As the temperatures plummet in Canberra and thoughts turn to open fires, cosy throws and curling up on the lounge, this just might be the most perfect job. Ever.
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"Professional Tea Drinker Wanted,'' reads the ad.
That's right. You. Get. Paid. To. Drink. Tea.
Canberra tea company Serendibitea is advertising for a professional tea drinker.
The successful candidate will "enjoy the finer things in life, have demonstrated experience of mindful relaxation in outdoor settings and an exhaustive appreciation of designer hot beverages''.
Canberra couple Adam West (yes, he's heard the Batman references a few times, thanks) and Vinu Gamage started the boutique tea company a year ago.
They import the tea and blend it at home in Franklin.
And they take the business of tea drinker very seriously. So far, they had received three applications for the professional tea drinker. The successful applicant's discerning palate will be required for a weekend in a bid to tweak their business and provide the finest blends.
"And we will be paying them,'' Adam said.
Adam, 23, grew up in Canberra and attended St Clare of Assisi Primary School, St Mary MacKillop College and Lake Tuggeranong College.
Vinu is originally from Sri Lanka and her knowledge of tea informs the business from an historic as well as modern perspective.
The couple sell black, green, fruity, herbal, rooibos and chai teas. They can also stage tea parties on request.
The name Serendibitea is a nod to the rare mineral serendibite originally found in Sri Lanka and serendipity.
Their main outlet at the moment is the Southside Farmers' Markets at Canberra College every Sunday morning, from 8am to 11.30am.
