Sipdown (138)!
Picked up a 10g sample of this one yesterday when I went to DAVIDsTEA as well as the Cherry Blossom infused chocolate bark, which I’m sure I’ll review at some point as well.
I actually thought that I hadn’t tried this one before which is why I grabbed it – but I’m seeing now that I’ve reviewed it twice. Huh, guess it genuinely didn’t make an impression. Going into a tasting, it’s never a good sign seeing you’ve actually tried something before but you can’t recall it. Generally that means a tea is average, at best…
Anyway, my whole 10g sample went towards a big cold brewed pitcher of this one. And despite being really hesitant going in, I think the flavour pays off in a big way for me. Recently, I had a very good Sour Cherry flavoured gelato and I’m drawing a lot of comparisons between the gelato and the tea: very bright, sweet and candy-like cherry notes with a cross between maraschino cherry richness and just that hint of tartness/tangy quality that really makes the flavour pop. In addition, this is very floral and rosey which gives it a softer feel despite a bold flavour. Flavour pairings are fucking awesome like that. In addition to the obvious cherry and floral notes, there’s another sweetness in the end of the sip that I’m interpreting as marzipan, and an overall subtle creamy quality that reminds me of french vanilla. Mmm! I find it hard to believe that this version wont make a lasting impression…
In terms of other tea related ‘pairings’ – I’ve been really into tea and music pairings as of late. And no word of a lie, I took my first few sips and IMMEDIATELY changed what song I was listening to because this one came to my mind clear as day:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CzdMlG1kyS0
Something about Evan Rachel Wood’s voice… It felt like cherry blossoms.
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My personal favourite from Across The Universe (though not favourite Beatles song overall) is Blackbird. I just find Wood’s version haunting in the best way possible.
This song was my ringtone for a while. This and I’ve Just Seen a Face
My personal favourite from Across The Universe (though not favourite Beatles song overall) is Blackbird. I just find Wood’s version haunting in the best way possible.
I may have rewatched the movie last night because of this post :P
I was jamming to this the other day. Great song!