When most people think of tea – they usually think about a nice strong cup of black tea (usually English or Irish Breakfast) with a touch of milk and two sugars. The kettle boils, the trusty teabag goes in the mug and is left there while the brew gets stronger and darker. The teabag is rescued after about five minutes and every last drop of water squished out of the bag as it is wrapped around the teaspoon and squeezed to an inch of its death. Usually a slurp or two is taken while we madly rush around doing other things at the same time.
Tea has made a long and sometimes arduous journey to offer you its brew. Wouldn’t it make sense to take the time to really enjoy that cup? In order to do that, let’s start with a cup, not a mug. Maybe you already have a favourite one hiding in the cupboard that you never use, or it only comes out at special occasions? Make today a special occasion! Drinking real tea out of a cup and saucer brings life to your tea. If you don’t own one, make it your mission to find the perfect one for you. Find yours at a market, the op shop, a department store, online or maybe even ask your gran – she’d be delighted.
Hint: Surprise yourself, and enjoy a new ritual - brew a pot, sit down and drink in a moment of calm – just you and your cup.
Words and photo by Suzi van Middelkoop
Certified Tea Master and owner of Tea by the Sea.
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