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Gen Z Turns to Tea for Stress Relief, Survey Indicates
A recent study indicates a notable trend among Generation Z: when stressed, they prefer a soothing cup of tea over alcoholic beverages. The survey of 2,000 adults born after 1997 found that 42% would choose tea as a stress reliever, compared to just 23% who would opt for alcohol under pressure. This research underscores the growing preference for tea among young people and highlights its role as a popular and healthy choice for managing stress.
Tea Trumps Coffee as Morning Beverage of Choice
Intriguingly, the research also discovered that tea is the favored morning drink for young people, even surpassing coffee. Traditional English breakfast tea emerged as the most popular selection, followed by chai and green tea.
Tea Parties Gain Popularity as Social Gatherings
Beyond stress reduction, a significant majority (81%) of respondents stated that enjoying a cuppa is an excellent way to socialise with friends, family, and colleagues. The study also highlighted a shift towards more wholesome activities within the younger generation, with a third (33%) choosing a tea party with friends over a boozy brunch (28%).
Rise of Tea Party Popularity
The research further revealed that almost one in three have attended a tea party in the past year. Over six in ten of all those surveyed expressed a desire to attend a tea party, with a quarter of those who have already attended one stating it was more enjoyable than a night out.
Guide Dogs’ ‘Make Every Cuppa Count’ Campaign
This research coincides with the launch of Guide Dogs’ ‘Make Every Cuppa Count’ campaign, which encourages the nation to host tea parties, coffee mornings, or bake sales to raise funds to support those with sight loss.
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Tea: A Go-To Drink for Connection and Charity
According to Sophie Crompton, a fundraising manager for Guide Dogs, “Whether it’s catching up over a cuppa, making plans or reminiscing on old times, tea really is the go-to drink.”
“Regardless of age, the Guide Dogs’ Make Every Cuppa Count campaign provides an opportunity to gather and raise money for a worthy cause – all while enjoying the added benefit of connecting with each other,” she added.
Sophie emphasizes that daily, 250 individuals begin to lose their sight in the UK, equating to one person every six minutes, and charities are increasingly reliant on public donations.
Sophie Crompton further commented, “Tea and tea parties are a fantastic way to check in on friends and family and meet new people. Our research suggests that Gen Zers genuinely want to connect with their loved ones and colleagues more.”
Host Your Own Tea Party and Support Charity
Sophie further stated, “It’s not exclusive to Gen Zers. By requesting a Make Every Cuppa Count fundraising pack from our website, anyone can host their own tea party, coffee morning or bake sale with friends, family and colleagues to raise money for a fantastic cause.”
Participants who have attended a tea party described it as social and fun, with the majority (76%) agreeing it was a simple yet ‘great’ way to raise funds for charity.
Celebrity Tea Party Guests of Choice
When asked about their ideal tea party celebrity guests, Gen Z respondents chose Hollywood star Zendaya (15%), British icon David Attenborough (14%) and pop singer Sabrina Carpenter (12%) as top choices.