I finished a sample pouch of this tea last night. Unfortunately, I am working entirely from memory since I did not bother jotting down notes. I recall perceiving this to be a very comforting, smooth second flush Darjeeling.
I prepared this tea in the Western style. I steeped 3-4 grams of loose tea leaves in approximately 8 ounces of 203 F water for 5 minutes. I did not attempt any additional infusions.
Prior to infusion, the dry tea leaves emitted delicate floral, fruity aromas. After infusion, I caught a pronounced scent of Muscatel accompanied by almond, herbs, malt, toast, and fresh flowers. There was also a subtle scent of chocolate. In the mouth, I immediately detected a robust Muscatel note chased by subtler, well-integrated notes of malt, toast, almond, herbs, candied orange peel, chocolate, cream, honey, golden raisin, butter, and a melange of dandelion, violet, and rose. The finish was fruity and floral. Muscatel, violet, and rose were the dominant impressions, though hints of almond, chocolate, honey, and toast lingered in the mouth.
This was a nice second flush Darjeeling. I especially appreciated its smoothness in the mouth and its sophisticated layering of aromas and flavors. Definitely check this one out if you are looking for a flavorful Darjeeling that is easy to drink.
Flavors: Almond, Butter, Chocolate, Cream, Dandelion, Floral, Herbs, Honey, Malt, Muscatel, Orange, Raisins, Rose, Toast, Violet
