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“Very unusual. I get a strong herbal zing from this one, somewhere between mint and rosemary/camphor, making it a nice refreshing brew. I would not have placed this as a hongcha; perhaps a heicha?...” Read full tasting note
“Although not complex, I like this tea. It’s very straightforward and tastes as advertised – honey, malt, cocoa. My primary reason for posting is the recommended brew temperature. When I brewed at...” Read full tasting note
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Very unusual. I get a strong herbal zing from this one, somewhere between mint and rosemary/camphor, making it a nice refreshing brew. I would not have placed this as a hongcha; perhaps a heicha? Doubt I’ll reach for this one too frequently but it’s nice to have around.
Flavors: Camphor, Mint
Although not complex, I like this tea. It’s very straightforward and tastes as advertised – honey, malt, cocoa. My primary reason for posting is the recommended brew temperature. When I brewed at the recommended 205°, I found it to be bitter. However 195° brewed a fragrant flavorful liquor with very slight bitterness, which I don’t mind. I will brew again with less leaf, and if less bitter, I’ll edit this post.
EDIT: I have brewed this again with slightly less leaf & found no bitterness. I also was able to experience a faint flavor and aroma of fine tobacco & Italian leather. I really enjoyed this added complexity.
Flavors: Cocoa, Honey, Leather, Malt, Tobacco
