gmathis

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gmathis drank Prince Bhodi Dharma by Mariage Frères

I am … slowly … learning a little restraint when it comes to steeping the really fine stuff. While I don’t have anything sophisticated in the way of heating equipment, at least I’m learning to hold my peace and occasionally stick a thermometer in the water to keep from scorching things.

This one, when I cool the water temp off boiling, is phenomenally good, sweet, and caramelly. Mom used to make us “skillet toast” with bread, butter, and sugar. This is a slightly lighter equivalent.

2012-04-29 16:36:28 -0400

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gmathis 2012-04-29 19:13:07 -0400

I don’t usually put milk in Darjeelings, but I made a second steep and drizzled in a spoonful of half-and-half. Nice pick-me-up to the flavor. Oh, and I subliminally hinted myself into making said skillet toast for dinner. Highly recommended comfort food.

laurenpressley 2012-05-02 11:05:09 -0400

Your review has made me add this to my shopping list! Also, I’ve never heard of skillet toast, but now I’m looking into it!

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Somebody asked me once when I became a tea junkie; I think it dates back to college when I needed caffeine for a 7 a.m. class but chose not to do coffee. My favorite teapot is a medium-sized Brown Betty given to me by my Mema; the painted flowers are chipping off, but the size and feel is perfect. I rejoice when I get a morning to brew a pot of loose tea starting with a kettle; not a bag and a hot pot.