Tea culture is an important social practice in Azerbaijan and Türkiye that shows hospitality, builds and maintains social ties, and is used to celebrate important moments in the lives of communities. Although there are several types of tea and brewing techniques, communities in both countries primarily harvest and consume black tea. The drink is served freshly-brewed and hot, in pear-shaped cups made from glass, porcelain, faience or silver. The culture is an essential part of daily life in all layers of society.