SimplyJenW

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SimplyJenW drank Queen Catherine by Harney & Sons

Tea of the morning…..

It has been so long since I had an audience with the Queen…. I am glad to see she is ever as gracious and encouraging as she has ever been. Truly a wonderful basic black tea. I had breakfast out with a friend today, but the tea was even fabulous once it had cooled when I returned home.

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2011-11-02 16:58:41 -0400

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Anna Vu 2011-11-02 17:06:44 -0400

What types of flavors are in this tea? I’m curious.

SimplyJenW 2011-11-02 17:12:51 -0400

It is a blend of 3 Chinese teas…a Keemun, a Yunnan, and Panyang Congou. Cocoa notes, slight floral notes, and a bit of smokiness. No bitterness or astringency.

Anna Vu 2011-11-02 17:59:03 -0400

Ohh… Thanks! I don’t think I’d be a fan, but it’s something I think my cousin would enjoy. I will have to pick her up some now. :)

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Tea enthusiast, trying to keep up my cardio for the zombie apocalypse. I have come to accept that I am a western brewing black tea drinker as that is where my ‘tea heart’ lies. I started on loose leaf as a way to have my dessert and not suffer the caloric issues. Once I tried it, I was hooked.

I drink what I like, which is mostly China blacks, traditionally scented blacks and Earl Greys, plus a few other flavored teas. I don’t mind spending a bit on premium varieties on occasion, but an expensive tea has to deliver. My favorite places to order are Harney & Sons and Upton Tea Imports. TeaVivre is great for Chinese tea.

My ratings are pretty subjective. If it falls under 70, I may not take the time to post about it unless I had something specific to say. If it is 70-80 I like it, but I will probably not rebuy. Favorites are over 80 and up, but sometimes the less expensive or more easily obtainable version of a similar taste will win out for my cupboard space.

Usual teapot steeping method: 24 oz teapot, 3 perfect scoops of tea (4 1/2 actual tsp), freshly boiled water, 4 minutes. Lightly sweetened.

Usual mug steeping method: 15 oz mug, 1.5 perfect scoops of tea (just over 2 actual tsp), freshly boiled water, 4 minutes. Lightly sweetened.

Usual pan method: 1 1/2 cups water, 2 perfect tsp chai (3 actual tsp). Simmer for 3 minutes. Add 2/3 cup skim milk. Simmer for 2 more minutes. Strain and sweeten.

Usual pitcher method:
5 or 6 Perfect Spoons of tea (this means about 7-9 actual tsp), freshly boiled water, brewed essentially double-strong in my 24 oz teapot for 4 minutes. Fill my Fiestaware Disc pitcher (about 60 oz.) halfway with ice. Add brewed double-strong tea to the pitcher. Stir it a little and enjoy. No additions.

(*SRP is my Sample/Stash Reduction Plan starting on April 12, 2012. I got so far, but just decided it was too fussy to keep track.)