My name's Joss. I'm originally from the UK, but am currently living in Siegen in Germany. I work at the university here, researching private and anonymous communication systems.
I'm a dedicated tea drinker, having struggled my way up from endless cups of sugary, milky Assam since I was young. These days I mainly prefer a variety of Chinese green teas, but also enjoy Earl Grey and Lapsang Souchong. I can't claim to be entirely free from the need for a cup of Assam with milk from time to time, even though I gave up the sugar years ago.
Apart from that, I'm very interested in China and Chinese culture and have been studying Mandarin for about four years. I like to play Go; and I also play capoeira, which is a Brazilian martial art.
I'm used to being the resident tea obsessive in most other forums or places that I visit. I'm looking forward to being the beginner here.
