Who I am
Welcome to Tea & Joy, I’m Elizabeth
I’ve been enchantend by tea since I was a little kid. In my family we weren’t allowed to drink tea (or coffee) until we turned 12, so it was something we all looked forward to trying when we were old enough.
Ever since my grandmother made me my first cup of Earl Grey I’ve been in love. In fairness, it had a fair amount of cream and sugar in it so really, that was probably the draw.
Since then I’ve tried some different teas – both by making them at home and by buying them when I’m out – and I’ve realized there is a LOT to know about tea. It’s so relaxing to sip and read a book, it just made sense to dig in a little more.
I’m not a trained tea connoisseur and I don’t know fancy tea phrases , but I DO stick my pinky out when I use a small tea cup… and that seems on point for drinking tea, right?
Why I started this site
I started this site as a way to share my love for tea and to write about things as I learn them – so I can answer questions others might be wondering about like I was.
I want tea and information about it to be accessible to anyone who wants to learn; anyone who wants to pour themselves a cup and learn along with me.
Disclosure
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