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Scheherazade drank Tamarind Pop by Butiki Teas

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I’ve been curious about this one for a while, and finally requested a sample with my last Butiki order. I gave this three minutes in boling water, as per the recommended parameters. The result is quite a light brew — lighter than I expected — definitely no milk. To taste, it’s very slightly astringent. Strangely enough, this comes through first, followed by a hint of tamarind-like sourness, then a lingering sweetness. Caramel and vanilla are spot on when describing the taste at this point. The tea base is earthy, with very slight hints of smokiness, and pairs well with the sour/sweet qualities of the flavouring. This probably isn’t one I’d choose to purchase, but I’m glad I tried a sample to satisfy my curiosity.

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Boiling 3 min, 0 sec 1 tsp

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Stephanie
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That reminds me, I’ve been meaning to make this one into a tea soda! I like it quite a bit :)

Scheherazade
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I might like it more with sugar, or cold. They’re things I’ll have to keep in mind for the future. I wanted to like it hot, but it just wasn’t quite to my tastes. Still, can’t win them all!

Ysaurella
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I didn’t like this one at all neither

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Stephanie
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That reminds me, I’ve been meaning to make this one into a tea soda! I like it quite a bit :)

Scheherazade
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I might like it more with sugar, or cold. They’re things I’ll have to keep in mind for the future. I wanted to like it hot, but it just wasn’t quite to my tastes. Still, can’t win them all!

Ysaurella
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I didn’t like this one at all neither

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Hi :) I’m Sarah, and I live in Norfolk in the UK. My tea obsession began when a friend introduced me to Teapigs a good few years ago now. Since then, I’ve been insatiable. Steepster introduced me to a world of tea I never knew existed, and my goal is now to TRY ALL THE TEAS. Or most of them, anyway.

I still have a deep rooted (and probably life-long) preference for black tea. My all-time favourite is Assam, but Ceylon and Darjeeling also occupy a place in my heart. Flavoured black tea can be a beautiful thing, and I like a good chai latte in the winter.

I also drink a lot of rooibos/honeybush tea, particularly on an evening. Sometimes they’re the best dessert replacements, too. White teas are a staple in summer — their lightness and delicate nature is something I can always appreciate on a hot day.

I’m still warming up to green teas and oolongs. I don’t think they’ll ever be my favourites, with a few rare exceptions, but I don’t hate them anymore. My experience of these teas is still very much a work-in-progress. I’m also beginning to explore pu’erh, both ripened and raw. That’s my latest challenge!

I’m still searching for the perfect fruit tea. One without hibiscus. That actually tastes of fruit.

You’ve probably had enough of me now, so I’m going to shut up. Needless to say, though, I really love tea. Long may the journey continue!

My rating system:

91-100: The Holy Grail. Flawless teas I will never forget.

81-90: Outstanding. Pretty much perfection, and happiness in a cup.

71-80: Amazing. A tea to savour, and one I’ll keep coming back to.

61-70: Very good. The majority of things are as they should be. A pleasing cup.

51-60: Good. Not outstanding, but has merit.

41-50: Average. It’s not horrible, but I’ve definitely had better. There’s probably still something about it I’m not keen on.

31-40: Almost enjoyable, but something about it is not for me.

11-30: Pretty bad. It probably makes me screw my face up when I take a sip, but it’s not completely undrinkable.

0-10: Ugh. No. Never again. To me, undrinkable.