My last cup of this used old leaf and it was not good. I figured I might as well give it another try though, this time with freshly bought stuff, and steeped a little differently.
On the nose there is earth, butter, sweetness and fruit. The liquor brews up a very dark brown, almost like coffee but just a little redder around the edges.
This time it’s much much better. There’s some characteristic pu’erh mustiness at the start of the sip with some earth. A bit of creaminess from the coconut, and a distinct strawberry note. Also a hint of licorice and a bit of a numbing mouth feel as I’ve come to associate with pu’erhs. The licorice develops a bit more on the finish and there’s a very creamy mouth feel that lingers.
I don’t know if I’d restock this, but I’ll definitely finish what I have.
Flavors: Butter, Coconut, Creamy, Earth, Licorice, Musty, Strawberry
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I’m always impressed that Bulk Barn as teas, but my experience has been that tea from Bulk Barn, well…tastes like Bulk Barn. Stale, a mix of spices, and just…okay.
They can be a bit hit or miss. I really love their orange oolong. I guess it probably all depends on how quickly their tea stock turns over, and if the bins are getting contaminated. I’ve generally found it worthwhile to try their stuff, as it’s super cheap and you can buy a single cup sample if you want.
I’m always impressed that Bulk Barn as teas, but my experience has been that tea from Bulk Barn, well…tastes like Bulk Barn. Stale, a mix of spices, and just…okay.
They can be a bit hit or miss. I really love their orange oolong. I guess it probably all depends on how quickly their tea stock turns over, and if the bins are getting contaminated. I’ve generally found it worthwhile to try their stuff, as it’s super cheap and you can buy a single cup sample if you want.