This is part of my recent fruit-herbal kick.

This is tart, fruity, with a dab of yogurt. I was surprised to find that I liked this better hot than cold (it’s too much like sour yogurt for me). A shorter steep time (4min?) prevents Hibiscus from manifesting completely in all its sour glory. I often never remember this though, which results in a thoroughly shredded tongue and throat. Whoops.

On a side note: DT and Purdy’s decided to join forces today at Hillside (maybe they’re doing it in other places?). They’re handing out samples together, which included two “tea” chocolates (Passion-fruit, Chai). Interesting stuff!

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Courtney

This is the second post I’ve seen today and I had it so early on in my “tea career” I may not have given it the proper chance.

Crowkettle

Maybe? I’ve had a few pots of it so far, but am not wowed by it either. I’d rather give something new a shot first.

Courtney

I’ll keep that in mind. Perhaps next time I go to fill my guayusa tin I’ll pick up a wee bit. No special trip needed!

Fjellrev

Neat! I’d go down there and check it out but there’s no way I’d make it on time.

Crowkettle

Aw, I hope they do something like this again. It was nothing big, but I wouldn’t mind more free tea and chocolate.

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Courtney

This is the second post I’ve seen today and I had it so early on in my “tea career” I may not have given it the proper chance.

Crowkettle

Maybe? I’ve had a few pots of it so far, but am not wowed by it either. I’d rather give something new a shot first.

Courtney

I’ll keep that in mind. Perhaps next time I go to fill my guayusa tin I’ll pick up a wee bit. No special trip needed!

Fjellrev

Neat! I’d go down there and check it out but there’s no way I’d make it on time.

Crowkettle

Aw, I hope they do something like this again. It was nothing big, but I wouldn’t mind more free tea and chocolate.

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I started my Steepster loose leaf adventure back in 2012. I can’t say I’m completely new anymore, but I still view oolong as a magical, extraterrestrial creature that unfurls in water.

My favourites are teas like Milk Oolong, Silver Needle,and Japanese Sencha/Gyokuro, or fruity and floral flavoured ones. However, I generally enjoy ALL the teas, including a good old cup of Earl Grey or Breakfast blend.

FAVOURITE INGREDIENTS/NOTES:

DESSERT FLAVOURS
Vanilla, Maple, Caramel, Butterscotch, Cream, Toffee, Nougat, Marzipan, Butter

FRUIT & BERRIES
Citrus Fruits, Passionfruit, Banana, Pineapple, Melons, Blackberry, Raspberry, Currants, Elderberry, Persimmon, Rhubarb..

SPICES
Ginger, Turmeric, Clove-forward chai, Cardamom

AROMATIC & HERBACEOUS NOTES
Sandalwood, Frankincense, Juniper, Eucalyptus, Mints

FLORALS
Lavender, Jasmine, Rose, Lilac, Violet, etc.

VEGGIE/GRAIN NOTES
Spinach, Grass, Hay, Cucumber, Rice, Sweet Potato

Less Preferred Flavours/Ingredients:
Stevia, Apple, Cocoa Nib, Almond, Licorice, Cinnamon-forward blends, Chinese Sencha

Subjective Rating System:
I don’t give a lot of low ratings out, since a) I tend to grab tea I know will appeal to me, and b) I don’t have a lot of strong dislikes.

90-100: Favourites. The Desert Island Teas.
80-89: Loved teas. Possibly staple-worthy.
70-79: Good teas, but I’m less likely to repurchase. Minor quibbles.
60-69: Ok teas. Likely a few preference and/or quality issues.
50-59: Cup of meh. Will do in a pinch.
11-49: Varying levels of undrinkable tea.
1-10: Nightmare tea from the chaos realms. This tea is the embodiment of the primordial swamp, an unholy abomination. It’s very gross and I’m almost positive it doesn’t exist.

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BC, Canada

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