It's All About Tea — jasmine

Although the jasmine flower originated in Persia, it was introduced to China and planted there during the Han Dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD). Tea, of course, had already been well established in China by then. The pairing of jasmine flowers with tea leaves (creating Jasmine Tea), however, likely began much later – most records point to the Song or Ming Dynasties.

Jasmine tea is a favorite among those who love sweet and highly aromatic teas. While most teas develop floral notes naturally from their origin and processing, jasmine tea’s fragrance comes from the tea being scented with real jasmine blossoms.

The flavor of a quality jasmine tea will be sweet, refreshing, and exceptionally aromatic! When brewing jasmine tea, the aroma of the flowers fills the room immediately. It’s a celebration of the senses. The aroma of jasmine tea is known to relax and lift the mood. Many tea drinkers find that regular jasmine tea sessions help them feel calmer and more content. When choosing a tea for relaxation, we recommend jasmine tea without hesitation! (Read more)

Jasmine tea is favored for its influence on our health. The health benefits of jasmine tea in large come from the benefits of the tea leaf itself. However those who have smelled jasmine before know of this flower’s unique ability to put us in an elevated mood and relax our nerves. (Read more)