Decided to give Lime Chiffon another go tonight, just to compare with the Lemon Chiffon I’ve just finished. This got the same treatment as the lemon; I started the cup without milk, and added a splash half way to compare. Dry, the lime flavouring is less detectable than it is with the lemon. It’s no less creamy, though. This tea is really making me think of dessert; key lime pie, maybe? Some kind of creamy, citrussy confection, anyway.
Fortunately, the lime emerges a little more when brewed, enough to compete with the rooibos, which was my main concern. Without milk, the rooibos steals the show a little bit, but the lime is reasonably prominent. The creaminess is a little muted. With milk, the creaminess is enhanced, and the rooibos fades a little, but so too does the lime. I prefer this one without milk, simply because I love the taste of lime and I’m willing to make the trade with the creaminess to taste a little more of it.
Another gorgeous rooibos blend — it’s impossible to split these in my estimation at the moment. Maybe I need another cup? I’m definitely going to try this one cold if there’s enough left in the sachet. I think its true colours may shine through.
