Thomas M. Frank

Thomas M. Frank drank Russian Blend by Samovar

Well this is my third tea that I received in the Diggnation “Hippie Glenn” Samovar set, and I must say I think I saved the best for last. I’ve been a huge fan of Russian/Lapsang blends for years now but I think this one takes the prize. This is the first lapsang style blend that doesn’t “punch me in the face” when I drink it. This blend is creamy, smooth, and remarkably sweet for such a smokey tea. The balance of flavors is impeccable. Great with scones and jam in the morning.

2010-01-04 10:24:34 -0500

200 °F / 93 °C

4 min 0 sec

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PeteG 2010-01-04 12:41:51 -0500

I will have to check this one out…place it on my shopping list.

takgoti 2010-01-04 12:48:58 -0500

It’s really neat to see your progression on this. And I just realized I didn’t log this one. Another tea to add to the tea log pile! Cheers for you finding an LS blend to your liking!

Thomas M. Frank 2010-01-04 12:59:00 -0500

Thanks Takgoti! Ya, the journey through the tea set has been great. Each steep gets better and better. I just ordered some Ryokucha, so I’m definitely looking forward to brewing some up soon. Love the stuff from Samovar. Great quality so far.

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