@tibetinhistory Tibetan butter tea, known as ‘Bhoe-cha’, is a traditional drink made from brewed black tea, yak butter, salt, and water. It is a staple of daily life on the Tibetan plateau, valued for providing warmth, energy, and nourishment in the cold, high-altitude climate. Strong black tea leaves are boiled in water for a long time to create a dark, concentrated tea. This tea is then strained and poured into a tall wooden churn or container. Yak butter and a pinch of salt are added, and the