Tea has been fundamental in shaping history, from the assassination of Earl Grey to the Judas Priest T-shirt riots. Deck out your taste buds with today's Groupon: for $7, you get $15 worth of breakfast or lunch fare and refreshments at Charleston Tea Company, located downtown on Ann Street.

Charleston Tea Company is a house of leafy luxury that brings together more than 50 varieties of tea from around the globe to quench querulous thirsts. Sip a cup of mango-chai-flavored tea, a blend of Masala chai tea and mango ($5.70/oz.), or relax with other loose-leaf and medicinal teas and fresh-brewed iced tea. Turn a fire hose on stomach infernos with fresh, made-to-order food from either the breakfast or lunch menus. Diners can delight in breakfast sandwiches such as the egg, cheese, and tomato ($3.99), or lunch sandwiches including the turkey and brie melt ($6.95).

Located in the heart of downtown Charleston, Charleston Tea Company emanates southern charm like Foghorn Leghorn speaking with a bullhorn. Customers can enjoy a cup of tea before walking to the hustle and bustle of King Street or the rippling muscles of the Charleston School of Law.