Teas Etc

Since this was only the second Earl Grey I’ve ever tried after twinings, all I can say is it was very different..Im not a floral tea scent drinker and I could smell the rose pedals so that turned me off, but I imagine its a very good tea if you are partial to floral scented teas since Teas ect teas win awards.

No wonder is this an award winning tea.The bouquet is mysteriously captivating,a cross between earth and sky, the colorhue that changes from an autumn preripe persimmon yellow to a coppery red/brown maple leaf hue.Taste is slightly earthy without the dust or twinge of anything dry or alum.You cant seem to overbrew this tea with negative results.Each brew takes you farther within the mystery, a warming walk secure and complex, anxiously awaiting each new vista.

A very good Bai Hao style 50% oxidized oolong from Taiwan.

Smells and tastes like the chocolate lip smackers I had when I was a kid. Don’t think this one will become a regular.

First, the smell reminds me of the pseudo-chocolate flavoring that you’d find in a PowerBar. Not a good thing…in my opinion. The story gets better with taste. The chocolate is far more subtle than the aroma lets on. There are problems with that though, since even though the taste isn’t as offensive as the smell, there’s nothing about it that really stands out. I know none of that gives a very strong impression of what this tea actually tastes like…and I think that’s because I just don’t have an impression. On top of that, I can’t really say I’m looking forward to another brew :(

My Chocolate Souffle Steepster Select came yesterday with this in tow. Reminded me of an apple chai. Not enough apple came through as I had anticipated from the aroma. Given the name, I thought it may have a natural sweetness from the caramel/almonds, but that wasn’t true either. Going to have to give this another shot but my first impression is of slight disappointment. Not a bad option (especially as it’s caffeine-free) for an evening tea, but not great either.

This tisane, first of all, is aesthetically pleasing: the rose petals, chamomile, and lemon myrtle are fragrant before water is even added. Once added, then the decision becomes whether to drink or to just inhale. Of course I did both. Relaxation ensued promptly.

However, I wouldn’t drink this herbal unless my bed was in close proximity (read: sleepy).

Drinking Teas Etc.’s Plum Blossom Oolong was the liquid equivalent of biting into a ripe, juicy fresh plum minus the pit. Prepared gongfu style and served in oolong sets (aroma and drinking cups).

First infusion – (Aroma) Amazingly sweet, it intensified as it cooled. The liquor had a student from Colorado opined that it tasted “like hiking in the woods after it just rained.”
Towards the back of the tongue, there was also a slight bite that reminded me of a plum’s tart skin.

Second infusion – Full, fruity flavor filled the whole palate. Among those sharing, this infusion was the favorite. The students remarked about how widely the flavor ranged between infusions.

Third infusion – Light, subtle yet lasting fruity aftertaste. This infusion sealed the flavor profile in the memory. At this point, students wanted to know more about oolongs in general and this oolong in particular. The complexity of this oolong is impressive.

Have not opened this one yet. It was my free sample from this company. Watch for my update cause gonna try it tomorrow, I promise.
Ok I tried this tea today. This was like drinking the garden with a hint of tea. Not may taste at all. Would never buy this one.

Oh I just got this wonderful tea. Makes me want to take a warm bath, light some candles. Very relaxing. Has strong lavender notes to it so if you don’t like the smell or taste of lavender you may not be happy. I love lavender so I am smiling

Pu’erh takes some getting used to. Baby steps

Wow!!! I love this tea. In fact gonna have another cup this very minute.

This tea has a wonderful grapefruit flavor to it. I must remember to try it iced in the summer and instead of lemons use grapefruit sections. Very refreshing.

Great jasmine aroma before and after brewing. Doesn’t taste like perfume if brewed correctly. :)

Strong melon aroma when opening the bag, almost like Pop Rocks! Awesome taste, not too light, not too strong. :)

Very strong lemon aroma, but weak tea flavor. I’m not crazy about many greens, and I don’t like lemon with my tea. It came as a sample. If you like lighter teas with citrus flavors, you may like this one. :)

I love this tea! It’s great at anytime of the day with a touch of honey! :)