I bought the caramel matcha more or less on a whim – it was on sale, so I could get a bigger size! Thinking back, I’m really glad I did. I am much more of a chocolate or vanilla person – caramel is not something that I normally lean towards. Red Leaf Tea hasn’t steered me wrong yet! I am amazed at how much I like this!
Dry, the caramel smell is strong, even though I only ordered delicate. In no way does it overwhelm or taste artificial though. I decided to take some to work with me, so I made it iced. It reminded me of a caramel version of chocolate milk – great flavour, creamy and all-round delicious. It was so good I even let two of my coworkers try it, and they agreed that it was heavenly.
I find that my favourite way to have sweet flavoured matchas is as a latte or an iced latte, and I usually add a little bit of honey, depending on the specific flavour. My thermometer is currently m.i.a (I think it’s at the bungalow) so I’ve just been letting the water get a little warm in the kettle and everything has been turning out great! I am thinking that caramel might become a staple flavour in my tea cupboard and I love having the chance to try so many wonderful flavours. I would highly recommend picking up some of this at http://www.redleaftea.com/matcha-tea/caramel-matcha.html
I’d say that overall, this was my second favourite flavour (behind tiramisu, which I haven’t logged yet. I think I might make more tonight.) If you like caramel at all you should try this!
