Harney & Sons

Ahh, relaxation.

Heaven in a cup. That is all that needs to be said.

This was the first tea that I ever tried and it will always hold a special place in my heart.

Brisk but not overpoweringly so.

A second brew with a slightly lower temperature. The spice of the Assam has mellowed out considerably, while leaving the flavor. I had no idea this sort of blend could be so finicky.

A strong, slightly spicy tea with a round flavor. A drop or two of milk smooths out the Assam edges. Robust.

One of my favourite Earl Greys.

Rinsed 40 secs, then brewed <2mins @ 180°F.

Floral, complex, minimally astringent for a jasmine tea if brewed briefly and gently enough.

This is my first brew of every morning, unless I have some sencha from a recent trip to Japan. It reminds me of every cup I was offered when visiting schools or businesses. My method – 7grams of tea, 500ml of water at 60-65 deg C, for 35 seconds.

Burning midnight oil tonight, so something with a bit more strength to it is desired.

Going through some of my existing stashes of tea before starting in on some newer varieties. A solid tea, stlightly smoky.

Something warming for a cold day.

A good “Ok, let’s stop mucking about, get back to work!” tea.

Slightly smoky, but much less than other Yunnan teas I have tried.

Fragrance from the tin is quite strong, but when brewed delicately the taste is mellow with a nice bite at the end. 160-170 degrees for 2-3 minutes maximum is recommended.

This is such a good tea

drinking this on this wonderful morning

having this again today

This is a great Assam

I am having this for my morning tea this morning

I drank this at work.today