How to Drink Tea like an Expert

First let me say I am not an expert. I just know what I like and over the years have refined my taste. I learned about
different teas by visiting various tea houses. Although not as popular as Starbucks, tea houses have started to pop up all over. There are several in Austin that I frequent as often as possible.

Each tea house has experts on tea and that’s how you can drink tea like an expert. Tea enthusiasts are always happy to let you sample different brews. If you let them know what you like they can usually match a tea to your taste. Over the holidays I went searching for a loose tea that was decaffeinated and had holiday spices and fruits. I was able to find one that I sip every evening. What a great way to relax and unwind after a long and stressful day.

Best of all I enjoy my tea with my mother who lives with me and my family. I take her with me to the tea house and she loves puttering around looking at tea pots and various other fun tea items. She enjoys talking to the experts about tea and sampling their daily offerings. We always spend a few hours sampling, chatting and drinking our warm tea. It’s a great way to catch up with family and an easy outing for older adults with health issues.