From Cameron B! THANKS SO MUCH On the first sip: “oh wow, I love this tea.” To be honest, I wasn’t expecting much, as not many people are clambering for tea from Malawi. My experience with the few Malawi teas I have had have been unmemorable. But when I poured the water over the leaves, and the brew got quite deep very quickly, I knew it would be closer to my cup of tea than I thought. The leaves are all different shapes and sizes somehow, though all the same color. The scent of the dry leaf is very rich and unique. Maybe hints of deep red fruit. It distinguishes itself to red plum later on as the cup cools. The flavor, so so good — like a richer, bolder Premium Taiwanese Assam, with hints of honey, rich bread, and also a bit of the fruit that was hinted at in the scent of the leaves. But it’s also very unique. I am ALL FOR a richer PTA though! Lingering flavors like I had just sipped a cup of coffee. Note to self: that first steep was probably brewed perfectly. The second and third steeps DID seem like a different tea, were both the same, and a little too harsh and astringent while not being quite as deep of a cup as the first steep. So, a couple points from the rating for not being a great resteeper… But that first steep! Golden! Sadly, I immediately ran to Harney’s site, and it already looks like they don’t offer it anymore. Of course. :/ This tin, will indeed, be a “treasure” to this particular tea drinker!
Steep #1 // 1 1/2 teaspsoons for a full mug // 16 minutes after boiling // 2 minute steep
Steep #2 // 10 minutes after boiling // 3 minute steep
Steep #3 // just boiled // 4-5 minute steep
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Have you tried Lost Malawi from Rare Tea Company? It is cut fine to steep fast, but is delicious. I have this one but I think I reach for Lost Malawi more often since it is such a great breakfast option. And with their US Warehouse, you het your orders fast and pay no tariffs,
Yes, I tried the Lost Malawi years ago and loved it! Then immediately went to THEIR site to see if they still had it. :) I will maybe order it… one day…
Have you tried Lost Malawi from Rare Tea Company? It is cut fine to steep fast, but is delicious. I have this one but I think I reach for Lost Malawi more often since it is such a great breakfast option. And with their US Warehouse, you het your orders fast and pay no tariffs,
Yes, I tried the Lost Malawi years ago and loved it! Then immediately went to THEIR site to see if they still had it. :) I will maybe order it… one day…