As an avid Phillies fan, I felt it was my duty (as is the duty of all baseball minded bloggers) to post something dedicated to Luis Castillo, former (LOL)Met, recently signed to the Phillies (Minor League, that is).
Mr. Castillo showed up late to Training Camp today.
You may be sitting there asking yourself 2 questions.
- What would prevent Mr. Castillo from being on time to the greatest Spring Training Camp of all time?
- Why on earth is Esther writing about baseball?
I can answer both those questions at once. Brace yourself….
Luis Castillo was late to Phillies Spring Training Camp because he was rushing to Green Aisle Grocery to pick up a tin of this:
I question your priorities, Luis Castillo
Phillies Blueberry Rooibos.
I’m concerned about Castillo’s decision making capabilities. I mean, the tea is probably awesome, but so is keeping your job (and your semi-decent reputation). Plus, shouldn’t you check first and find out what time the store opens? No one will be here at 8am, buddy. Just a thought.
Anyway, about rooibos. Rooibos is a South African herbal tea. Like all teas, it’s got brewing instructions. You’ll want to use about 1tsp of tea for every 8 oz of water. Let the water come to a rolling boil, or about 212F. I’m a little careless with temperature. That’s why I need this.
I just drooled a little.
Err..moving on…
The part I think is most important is the brewing time. It makes a difference. Brew too little and it’s weak and watery; brew too long and it’s bitter and makes you sad. I’ve read that you should brew rooibos any time between 3 and 10 minutes, so I do between 5 and 8, a nice happy midway compromise thing.
You can add milk, honey, sugar, whatever tickles your fancy. Of course, a lot of this is subject to your own tastes. You may find that 15 minutes is best brewing time. You may find you want more tea per every 8oz of water. It all depends.
Now you’re ready to throw that super special tea party on Opening Day and gossip about Luis Castillo and his lack of decision making capabilities.
Omigosh, did you hear about Luis Castillo????
Just sayin.
Esther
