Tea is the New Coffee:

Restaurants and Institutions points to a New York Sun article “Tea Salon Get Set To Expand”

"It's not just about tea — it's a lifestyle," she said. "You aren't going to go to a yoga class and then drink an espresso. You stay in the moment — you drink a cup of tea."

Tea is gaining ground because coffee is not for everyone. People want a non coffee alternative to enjoy. Chicago based Argo Tea is a concept the encapsulates the trend very well.

Tea is the New Coffee!