Dear Green Tea,
It took so many years for our love to bloom. Maybe it was my immature taste buds, or my tongue that didn't know how to handle touching anything hot without being completely scalded, but I stayed away from you for way too long. Not only are you the most consumed drink in the world, but you are also one of the healthiest, most vitamin-and mineral-filled foods in the world.
I can't thank you enough for all that you do for me, regardless of the many ways you come.
You're there for me on a cold winter morning when I want to be warmed up without the jitters or strong taste of coffee or other (lesser) teas. You cool me down on a hot day when you're iced and perfectly refreshing. Sometimes only you can quench my thirst, and I can't complain.
You seduce me with your taste, whether you're sweetened or not, or have some delicious fruity flavor added to you. I still love you just as much.
Sometimes I'll add slice of lemon to you, if I'm feeling brave. On the best days you will come to me ground up into matcha powder and made into a latte with milk, and that's my favorite way to drink you.
Not only do I love your taste, but I can't thank you enough for being so healthy for me.
One of the most antioxidant-rich foods on Earth? I would love some, thank you! Reduced risk of cancer, heart disease, dementia, diabetes, and obesity? Perfect! Lowered risk of cancer? Don't mind if I do! The list of things that you do for me never ends, and my body and taste buds cannot thank you enough.
I don't mind the sideways looks I get from drinking a bright-green beverage, and no matter how many people say you taste like grass, they're lying!
No matter what anyone says, you will always be the best tea for me!
Sincerely,
A Devout Green Tea Fan
