August 30, 2016 - 16:45
My favorite drink is jasmine green tea. For me, it's calming, soothing, and satisfying. I love green tea on its own, but I think the jasmine adds such a beautiful, floral dimension to the drink. It's so fragrant. I had some very lovely cups of green tea when I visited China when I was 13. During my trip, I learned that Chinese people drink hot tea and hot water even during the summer heat rather than cold water because hot drinks are believed to be better for circulation and digestion. This summer, my foster family--who adopted me and took care of me for a year before my mother adopted me and brought me home--sent me a bag of green tea, lücha. I haven't opened it yet. It's still on my kitchen counter at home in New Hampshire. I love jasmine green tea because I love the way it blooms in a cup. I love especially the feel of holding a little cup of tea, like a handful of jade, like a glassy bouquet.