JORHAT Indian scientists have invented a pill and fizzy drink that offer all the pleasures of drinking a freshly brewed cup of tea.

The four scientists, who are based in the state of Assam, the heart of India’s tea industry, said they were confident that the chewable pill and health drink would be a hit around the world. “The pill is absolutely safe and can be chewed or placed under the tongue,” said Mridul Hazarika, one of the inventors. “We are sure the tea tablets will be able to freshen and cheer up a person with nearly the same feeling as having a hot cup of brewed tea.” He said that the fizzy drink was made from natural tea extracts and would come in two varieties – green and black.

The products were developed two years ago, but held back by the developers as they sought patent protection for their inventions. ( AFP)

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