CBC Radio Blend

A Black Green Blend from

Rating

77 / 100

Calculated from 9 Ratings
Tea type
Black Green Blend
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Ingredients
Not available
Flavors
Astringent, Citrus, Floral, Jasmine, Lemon, Malt, Tannic
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Bulk, Loose Leaf, Tea Bag
Caffeine
Medium
Certification
Not available
Typical Preparation
Set water temperature to 195 °F / 90 °C
Steep for 3 min, 30 sec
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11 Tasting Notes View all

“The black tea in this blend definitely seems to dominate the flavour, unfortunately it has a sour-bitter sort of aftertaste and I don’t know if it’s the Ceylon, the added lemon, or the jasmine...” Read full tasting note
“Jillian sent this one to me! Because I am in radio I had to try it! :) It’s not to shabby for a bagged tea! I can taste the black tea, the lemon, and a little bit of the jasmine in the...” Read full tasting note
“I’d been eyeballing this tea on the Murchie’s website for ages now but decided a couple of weeks ago to just go for it. Very light and aromatic tea, which I enjoy more in the afternoons rather than...” Read full tasting note
“Really delicious black tea. The Ceylon and Jasmine come through but the lemon (thankfully) is very slight and does not overpower. Sometimes a touch of bitterness (astringency?) but haven’t...” Read full tasting note

Description

A blend of choice Ceylon and China black teas, Jasmine and other green teas. Blended in 1996 to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation.

Originally blended: 1996

A “ShowTime” blend of choice Ceylon & China black teas, fragrant Jasmines and fresh green teas.

Ingredients: Black tea (Ceylon, Keemun), Green tea (Jasmine, Gunpowder)

About Murchie's Tea & Coffee

Since 1894, Murchie’s has been importing and blending the finest quality teas from select gardens around the world. As the decades have passed, the art of tea blending and tradition of excellence are handed down along with the old recipes. Today, Murchie’s offers traditional products and classic blends while also developing new combinations for a new generation of tea drinkers. We are proud to provide blends for events and occasions, from local landmarks to national observations and royal milestones.

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