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Houjicha from Britannia Teas and Gifts
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1.5 tsp for 250mL water @80C, steeped two minutes, drunk bare.

Cleaning out my tea cabinet to make room for my Persian tea glasses, and I found this beauty in a good tin. Why don’t I gave this more often? (I say the same about Dragonwell.) Mostly because there’s only a standard kettle at my workplace, so it’s hard to judge water temp.

Biscuity, a bit sweet, and a creamy-green taste. Refreshing and a bit different after a lot of Keemun. This is a first infusion; I am guessing the leaves are good for at least two more steeps.

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Bonnie
Bonnie 2012-08-11 14:47:38 -0400

Bare Naked Tea! Persian Tea Glasses! Do you dance around with exotic music wearing scarves and gold? Bet you do!

Michelle Butler Hallett
Michelle Butler Hallett 2012-08-14 14:41:34 -0400

Who told you??

gmathis
gmathis 2012-08-14 18:07:41 -0400

I really need to get the glasses adjusted: I thought this came from Britannia Teas and Grits. Oy.

Michelle Butler Hallett
Michelle Butler Hallett 2012-08-14 19:00:31 -0400

That could also be my typing.

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Writer and tea fiend. Author of DELUDED YOUR SAILORS, SKY WAVES, DOUBLE-BLIND, and THE SHADOW SIDE OF GRACE.

I prefer straight teas but will try almost anything … so long as it’s not tainted with hibiscus. I loathe hibiscus.

Oolongs and blacks are my favourites.

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