Who among us couldn't do with a little more calm and relaxation in their lives? While researching how to eat healthier, I came across several articles about the benefits of green tea. I was intrigued enough to start searching for the green tea with the best nutrients. But on the way, I found that selecting, preparing and enjoying green tea had another benefit - restful mind and relaxation.
There is an optimal way to prepare each tea. The cup should be warmed, the water should be a certain temperature, the leaves should be steeped for only a few minutes. I thought this would be a lot of trouble, but I find it is relaxing to take a break in the day, turn my attention to nourishing myself with anti-oxidants and relaxing my mind by enjoying the aroma, the texture and the taste.
Green teas are a lot like fine wines. Certain growing regions have a well-deserved reputation for producing the finest teas, there are subtle variations depending upon soil and weather conditions, and the expensive 'reserves' are substantially better than an every day 'red table wine'.
My good friend Stacie knows I'm interested in green tea, so she surprised me with the gift of a canister of Ryokucha from Samovar Tea Lounge. When she brought it over, we brewed up a pot and shared some time together. What a beautiful green color! As with wines, there are adjectives that describe green tea. Some that came to mind for this green tea were grassy, smooth, sweet. And, all the sweeter because I had a friend to share it with.
If you are cold, tea will warm you.
If you are too heated, it will cool you.
If you are depressed, it will cheer you.
If your are excited, it will calm you.
---William Gladstone
2 comments:
Ah we need to schedule a trip up to the Samovar Tea Lounge in SF. It's such a treat! I'm glad you are enjoying the Ryokucha. I love it.
And Imperial Tea Court, Ten Ren, Cha Seng Won Tea House, White Crane, Leland's, L'Amyx, Teavana, and the Japanese Tea Garden.
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