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26 Tasting Notes

Ginger Twist from Mighty Leaf Tea
65

Coming from someone who generally abhors the taste of ginger, you’ll be surprised to find that my review of this tea is overwhelmingly positive. I gave it a shot because it was a blend, thought maybe the Ginger would not be too intense. Unread I found myself drinking a tea with a one- two punch of flavors, very sequential, with a flavorful first taste and a powerful Ginger aftertaste. The Ginger was not the painful spiciness I was expecting, but a smooth kind of spicy, agreeable and warming.

This is a staple in our home during cold season now, and is excellent for someone with an upset stomach but an aversion to straight Ginger tea or chews.

No matter you opinions of Ginger, this tea is an exciting experience- the second wave of flavor packs such a punch you might get teased for making faces. A very, very exciting tea- and I can’t say I call tea “exciting” very often.

Chamomile Citrus from Mighty Leaf Tea
88

Wow. This is easily one of my new favorite teas. I’ll admit that I already love chamomile, but the citrus is a perfect addition. Neither flavor is too strong, and unlike a lot of herb/fruit combinations I’ve tried where the flavors come sequentially, they arrive together for a unique taste that doesn’t separate. Overall it’s a warm flavor that’s muted but not dull. I recommend it to everyone and its a new family favorite around here.

African Autumn from Harney & Sons
69

A delicious tea, with contrasting qualities that provides for a delightful drinking experience. The warm, gentle flavor of the rooibos comes first and then an incredibly pleasant, bright citrus aftertaste. Both were very gentle flavors. I’ve never been a rooibos fan, but this is a lovely tea I could easily introduce into my menu. I think it would go well with a sweet desert or some fruit.

Rooibos Chai from Harney & Sons
63

A wonderful blend. As someone who is not partial to rooibos or chai, I found both flavors to blend nicely and neither is overwhelming. It’s a fantastically warm tea, a nice spicy flavor without being tart or offensive. For someone looking for a caffeine free tea, this is a great option that is full of flavor- sweet with dark warm aftertastes.

Sweet Rose Tulsi Tea from Organic India
68

A gentle, relaxing tea with a very very warm flavor. More powerful with a longer steep, but still tops off before reaching any kind of “strong” flavor.

Organic Raspberry Leaf from Traditional Medicinals
63

I’m actually pretty fond of this tea. Recommended for relief of menstrual symptoms, I actually drink this regularly when I want something very light and gentle. A really unassuming tea, I don’t think you’d buy it for the taste (it’s very gentle, but not bland), but that shouldn’t drive you away.

HarSha from Harney & Sons
89

Tasted this tea at the H&S Flagship store last weekend. Lives up to the hype! A full-bodied, sophisticated, deep-flavored tea, HarSha is the most whole, rich breakfast tea I’ve ever tasted.

Full, but never heavy, HarSha will fill you up but not weigh you down.

I’m not a big fan of the English breakfast variety because of the richness, heaviness, and bitterness. But this one lacks all the qualities I dislike about English Breakfast blends. If you’re a fan of that type of tea, and want something that will make you feel rich enough to afford the most delicious tea in the world, this is the one you want to fulfill your fantasy. =)

White Christmas from Harney & Sons
85

A fantastic tea! I was not let down! The almond is a fantastic, smoothing flavor, holding together quite a list of other tastes. White tea, vanilla, cardamom and a bit of chamomile makes this a warm, soothing morning or evening tea!

Looking for a Christmas tea, H&S “Holiday Tea” let me down last year because it was too strong and spicy. This White Christmas is everything “Holiday Tea” was not! A delightful winter tea!

White Vanilla Grapefruit from Harney & Sons
69

A really delicious tea, but don’t let it steep too long. The flavors (White/Vanilla/Grapefruit) don’t seem to go together quite as well as the White Christmas Tea (White/Vanilla/Almond.) I thought the Grapefruit was an exciting kick, though.

Jasmine from Harney & Sons
75

My favorite Jasmine, not too bitter if you don’t steep too long. It’s simple and warm, something I love to have when I can’t make up my mind about what to drink.

Mint Verbena from Harney & Sons
94

This tea is absolutely fabulous! I love mint tea anyway (especially iced in the summer) but this blend is stunning! This will brighten your moon and refresh your senses. I’ve got no complaints about this one.

Raspberry Herbal from Harney & Sons
67

This tea is all raspberry. Strong and steeps dark and quick! Use conservatively. Its tangy on its own, too fruity on its own for me, I like to use some of this for flavoring a black tea or a lemonade.

Midsummer's Peach (Decaf) from Harney & Sons
82

This tea is extraordinarily peachy! Makes a delicious iced tea, and steeps quickly and darkly. You can use a teabag three times, or ice one cup without watering it down. Add a dash to a cup of black tea for a great flavored black. Very sweet and fruity- overwhelmingly peachy, so use with caution!

Organic Green with Coconut from Harney & Sons
92

Wow! I’m a fan of green tea and coconut, but never thought they’d be good together. This is a great tea! A nice blend, the coconut follows the green in a pronounced way. Not the sweet kind of coconut, a real coconut-milk flavor without the heaviness. I really enjoyed it! A nice treat if you want something iced and light but not sugary or rich.

Tropical Green from Harney & Sons
87

This tea is splendid! Not for everybody, this tea tastes strongly of pineapple. Its incredibly refreshing and a great picker-upper. The green is quality and while strong, the pineapple is not overpowering. I truly enjoyable surprise, I was apprehensive at first and then thoroughly impressed!

China Green Tips from Tazo
40

I wasn’t satisfied by this tea. If you’re a fan of a heavily earthy tea/tips, you may like it, as I have some associates how are fond of this tea as far as green tips go. I found it really difficult to enjoy, and if you expect a more standard green, you might find it so too.

Green Tea from Bigelow
50

A simple, cheap green that will satisfy your craving but will not impress. Not a quality green, but comforting enough if its all you have. On the earthy side.

Cherry Blossom from Harney & Sons
62

Cherry Blossom is fruity and fun, but I didn’t find this tea remarkable. The cherry is strong but doesn’t overpower the green, which is a plus. I like it enough if I’ve run out of my other favorites.

White Peach from Harney & Sons
67

The white peach is fresh and highly fruity. Nice hot or cold, steeps dark! Not as heavy as the Midsummers Peach from H&T, so if that’s too much for you I’d try this. Much more fruit than tea. I’m a big fan of this one.

Yellow and Blue from Harney & Sons
81

A splendid chamomile tea, pleases even my husband who isn’t even all that fond of chamomile, and myself with a strong aversion to lavender! The tastes blend well. A perfect sicktime or sleepytime tea, great for a relaxing rainy or snowy day. Perfect when you need it.

Yellow and Blue from Harney & Sons
81
Holiday Tea from Harney & Sons
57

Not an extraordinary Holiday tea unless that’s a favorite kind of yours. Tastes strongly of cinnamon/clove, that drove me away. Could stand to be gentler on the spices, I could barely taste the black.

Pomegranate Oolong from Harney & Sons
93

We were apprehensive to this tea at first, the smell is overwhelmingly fruity and sweet- but fear not, this tea is totally perfect!

This tea is light and refreshing- take a little longer to steep but is perfect when you’re looking for a tea to lift you up rather than slow you down. The Pomegranate is masterfully light and well balanced, the oolong superb. This tea is unlike any other in my cabinet and never fails to impress.

Black Currant from Harney & Sons
73

A tasty, lightly fruity tea. The currant is apportioned nicely, not overwhelming. Not a groundbreaking flavor, but a safe one.

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Painter who loves distinctive flavors, fruity greens and flavored blacks. Big fan of Harney & Sons, Lupicia, Mighty Leaf and Stash.

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Brunswick, ME

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http://korimichele.com

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