6106 Tasting Notes
Indulged in a few favourites last night, including this one. When steeped carefully, it’s so perfect – so I had a great first cup, and a bitter second infusion due to a small oversteep. Oops. Anyhow, this is one of the richest flavoured teas I’ve ever had. It’s just so good. Chocolate, espresso, raspberry. Lovely.
I’ve ignored this tea for literal years because I really didn’t care for it. However, I’m pleased to report that, at least today, it wasn’t nearly as bad as my (original) rating suggests. The base, while not fantastic, is a decent tky, and I could taste some light cranberry. However, IMO this was not of VIT quality at any point, which was unfortunate.
Bumping rating up from 34 to 55 because in retrospect, it was a bit harsh, but I’m still overall disappointed in this tea.
:o I thought you had tried everything! I doubt it will ever be one you have to reblend, though, but maybe you’ll end up doing your own take on it at some point :)
I might do my own version of it, but I wouldn’t call it a reblend because as I say, I don’t think I’ve tried it and if I did, it certainly wasn’t memorable so I would have a hard time calling it a reblend. I don’t know if I’d enjoy a tangy fruit like cranberry with the floral notes of TKY – I might try to go with a different Oolong base – who knows? It wouldn’t be soon that I’d try it, because I don’t currently have Oolong on the shelves – I do have a shipment expected from China within the next month (I hope) but those Oolongs have plans already.
I have no idea if this is from my Amoda box or a share from someone else (but if it’s a share, it’s from Sil, so thanks if so!)
This is an interesting-smelling chai. Heavy on the cinnamon and peppery flavours (ginger, in part). Not loving the rooibos base, which isn’t too surprising, though I was pleased that the spicing was strong, so it would probably take decently to milk + sweetener. Not my preferred spicing, though (not enough cardamom) nor base, so this isn’t one I’ll seek out again once it’s gone. However, probably a decent chai for those who like spicier rooibos versions.
Sipdown! 132/365!
Actually a pretty tasty tea, though I had only about a 4oz cup’s worth left and may not have had the right mix of ingredients. A nice, bright, juicy orange flavour, with no pithy bitterness. A possible orange juice substitute for someone looking for that strong, delicious citrus flavour without all the sugar; it didn’t need sweetener to be delicious. I’d pick this up again as a fruity option in a heartbeat!
ETA: I will note that I picked up no carrot; that could be the small amount of leaf I used having an impact.
Oh I miss this one :(