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What popular beverage was originally marketed as a medicinal tonic?
**Did you know?** The humble tea bag, now a staple in kitchens worldwide, was invented quite by accident!
In the early 1900s, a New York tea merchant named Thomas Sullivan began sending samples of his tea in small silk bags to potential customers.
Initially, these bags were intended to be opened, and the tea was to be brewed in the traditional manner.
However, some users mistakenly dropped the entire bag into hot water, finding this method more convenient.
This unexpected innovation led to the development of the modern tea bag, typically made from porous filter paper or food-grade plastic, revolutionizing how tea is brewed and enjoyed.
Today, the tea bag is a testament to how a simple misunderstanding can lead to a delightful and enduring invention.
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