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12 Tasting Notes

Dark Forest Chai from Townshend's Tea Company
90
No. 55 Lord Bergamot from Steven Smith Teamaker
73

In general I rather dislike bergamot, so was quite surprised to learn that I really enjoyed this brew. It’s smooth and mellow with a citrusy nose and a slightly sweet finish. The assam is definitely in there, but is not overpowering and gives the cup staying power.

Not recommended for resteep.

Vanilla Peach Apricot from Townshend's Tea Company
81

Hm, I really enjoyed this one, it’s a lot more subtle than I was expecting, however. Some peach and apricot teas can be almost cloying in the application of fruitiness, but this was perfect for a morning that began too early.

As with many teas, I added a bit of extra tea and time to the process, as I like a strong cup. Taken with a bit of Truvia and skim milk.

I’m beginning to think Townshend’s really can’t do wrong. I’d like to drink more Foxfire teas, but they’re clear across town and I am a lazy sipper.

Crème de la Earl Grey from Townshend's Tea Company
97

Holy teagasm! This is an amazing tea and bound to make any day feel better. Tastes like Earl Grey mixed with marshmallow and cream, in the best way possible. I used 1.5 tsp as per instructions and a splash of nonfat milk. Stellar.

Lady Londonderry from Townshend's Tea Company
84

This was really lovely. The strawberry and lemon are present, but subtle. If it weren’t caffeinated I could drink this all night long.

High Mountain Nilgiri from Townshend's Tea Company
91

Had it with one Truvia and a dash of nonfat milk.

I bought this tea on a whim, not really expecting to love it and was very pleasantly surprised. It smells beautiful and is highly flavorful, although I think a 5-minute steep would have enhanced the flavors.

It literally forced a grin onto my face that hasn’t left yet this morning.

strawberry sencha from Townshend's Tea Company
83

I’m not a big fan of green tea, usually I say it tastes like lawn clippings. This one was an accidental purchase, but turned out to be really lovely. It’s very mild and while the strawberry scent is intense, the flavor is mellow.

Bedtime Tea from Trader Joe's

This is my go-to sleepytime tea. I like it with 16 ounces and a fair amount of milk.

English Breakfast Tea from Trader Joe's

This is the one my best friend keeps around her house for me to drink, so I have a soft spot for it. It’s a decent tea, not terribly strong, not terribly interesting.

Vanilla Black from Foxfire teas
78

I made this one with lightly boiled soy creamer and one sugar, it was pretty good. The vanilla is not subtle, but also not overpowering.

Cardamon Cinnamon from The Republic of Tea
57

I expected to like this tea a lot more than I did. It’s definitely warm, but it feels a bit like it’s missing something. I’m thinking of using it for some baking, I think it might make a lovely tea cake.

British Breakfast from The Republic of Tea
78

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