I kept meaning to get to this sample from Amariel but I always kept reaching for something else instead. Last sample from her from the summer. Thanks!
I’m not getting that much maltiness like others are, but perhaps because when I think of malt I think of Assams and Laoshan Black, so in comparison, there is almost no malt in here. Also, I immediately pick up on smokiness and earthiness instead, perhaps because I’m not that into smoky blends to begin. Yes, it’s not nearly as smoky as a Lapsang, for example, but it’s palpable, and in the forefront.
This Keemun is also on the astringent side. Not my ideal flavour profile, especially for unflavoured blacks, but I appreciate it. Nevertheless, I look forward to trying more of Teavivre’s in the very near future.
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I know what you mean about the smoke, not a fan of this type of keemun. I much prefer the fruitier ones like Organic Superfine Keemun Fragrant Black from Teavivre, my favourite Keemun tea.
I like the smoky ones when I am eating really sweet or strongly flavored foods, but prefer things like Superfine or Keemun Mao Feng by Harney when drinking it by itself or with delicately flavored things.
Thanks to both of you for the suggestions. I’ll have to pick up some of the Superfine when I order. Angel sent me some Premium Keemun Hao Ya in my sample parcel so I’m curious how it’ll compare.
Sil swears by maple syrup in her keemun. 1/2 tsp in a giant Sil-sized mug. :) I add a little more, and it’s a really nice flavour combo.
Oh yes, I read that earlier today! I just need to get some maple syrup. Sounds lovely.
I know what you mean about the smoke, not a fan of this type of keemun. I much prefer the fruitier ones like Organic Superfine Keemun Fragrant Black from Teavivre, my favourite Keemun tea.
I like the smoky ones when I am eating really sweet or strongly flavored foods, but prefer things like Superfine or Keemun Mao Feng by Harney when drinking it by itself or with delicately flavored things.
Thanks to both of you for the suggestions. I’ll have to pick up some of the Superfine when I order. Angel sent me some Premium Keemun Hao Ya in my sample parcel so I’m curious how it’ll compare.
Sil swears by maple syrup in her keemun. 1/2 tsp in a giant Sil-sized mug. :) I add a little more, and it’s a really nice flavour combo.
Oh yes, I read that earlier today! I just need to get some maple syrup. Sounds lovely.