Caramel

I was sooooo happy when I opened the TTB and found a bunch of McNulty Teas – I have never had them before…so this is AWESOME! I only took a samples-worth or two of the ones I took so others would be able to try as well.

The scent isn’t overly caramel or overly black tea.

It’s medium to medium-dark brown in color. The taste is caramel but black and a bit sweet…the sweetness seems to increase as the sip advances in my mouth and down my throat. It’s pretty darn yummy and this is coming from someone who can ‘take or leave’ caramel.

Prepared with milk and sugar, for a change. Great, deep brown color. Enjoyed the full taste, caramel isn’t overwhelming or too sweet. A fun, flavored tea that doesn’t lose the black tea taste… just what a like!

I, too, got this one from the TTB. And I’m so glad I did! I don’t know much about McNulty, but I’m a fan of caramel, so I took a sample’s worth. It’s another tea that is more about the tea than the flavoring; just the way I like it! I had it with waffles for breakfast this morning, but I think it would have been even better on its own. I recommend it!

Another nice tea from McNulty’s. Without additives, this tastes mostly like Adagio’s base for their flavored teas, but with milk and sugar it is perfect. Let’s face it, if I am drinking a tea called “caramel,” I’ll likely be having it with milk and sugar. This also has a hint of roastiness.

Steep Information:
Amount: 1 tsp
Additives: none
Water:6 oz filtered boiling
Tool: Mesh basket strainer in cup
Steep Time: a little over 2 minutes
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: sweet caramel
Steeped Tea Smell: tea, hint of caramel
Flavor: smooth, astringent, with a hint of sweet, no bitterness
Body: Medium
Aftertaste: briefly bitter
Liquor: translucent orange-brown

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I am like strong not subtle flavors, this does not meet my needs in a flavored black tea.

Post-Steep Additives: none

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This was yummy. Added milk and sugar. Really comforting and great as dessert. I was unsure before trying (I’m not a huge caramel fan) but i was pleasantly surprised. Very enjoyable.