Organic Jasmine Green Tea

About History Benefits Premium blend of Organic Chinese Green Tea scented with fragrant Jasmine. The Green Tea is lightly pan fired and then scented with our Jasmine plants. Information About Jasmine Green Tea Jasmine green tea is of Chinese origin and is a green tea that is scented with fragrant, jasmine blossoms. The mixture of these two elements produces a highly aromatic, slightly sweet tea. It is the most popular of the Chinese scented teas. Jasmine tea does not only come in the green tea variety, but also black, or white varieties are available. Each version will has its own unique flavor and aroma.  History of Green Tea and Jasmine The Chinese have been consuming tea for over 4,000 years. Green tea first appeared on the scene in the year 2737 BC when Emperor Shennong was reigning on the throne. During the 1191, Eisai, a famous Zen priest, wrote about the various characteristics of green tea in Kissa Yojoki or the Book of Tea.  The history of jasmine is equally interesting