drank Russian Morning N°24 by Kusmi Tea
1714 tasting notes

Advent Day 14

I’m a little confused by the name of this tea. All the other teas I’ve had with Russian in the name have some sort of a smoky note. This one does not. It’s a good breakfasty blend. Balanced enough that I’m not getting astringency. Added a little cream and that didn’t do much to change it other than it being creamier. I’m not understanding what is special or unique or Russian about this blend. It’s not one I’d buy. :/

Courtney

I was always worried about that one for the smokiness. Good to know that’s not the case! Also, I’ve always wanted to find a tea to try the Russian tradition of tea with a spoonful of jam. I’m sure Cameron might be intrigued by that as well!

Cameron B.

Ha ha, am I just the jam person now? XD

Dustin

I’ve never heard of that tradition! Do they put the jam in the tea or alternate sips and nibbles?
You mean Cameron “The Jam” B.? LOL!

Courtney

You can find more info here: https://teaperspective.com/jam-in-tea/ (also a few other places on hits from Google). Hahah Cameron “The Jam” B. Love it!

ashmanra

I saw a cute blog belonging to a young Russian man who said the jam spoon in the teacup is why Russians instinctively close one eye when drinking tea, even if there is no jam! He said cherry was traditional.

Courtney

Cherry jam sounds amazing ashmanra!

Dustin

Cool article, thanks! There was a blend that AQ2T did called Russian Bonfire which was a smoky tea, like the typical Russian Caravan, but it had jammy notes in it. I guess this tradition must have been Lauren’s inspiration!
Cameron should totally be in a band with that new name! It sounds so rock n roll!

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Courtney

I was always worried about that one for the smokiness. Good to know that’s not the case! Also, I’ve always wanted to find a tea to try the Russian tradition of tea with a spoonful of jam. I’m sure Cameron might be intrigued by that as well!

Cameron B.

Ha ha, am I just the jam person now? XD

Dustin

I’ve never heard of that tradition! Do they put the jam in the tea or alternate sips and nibbles?
You mean Cameron “The Jam” B.? LOL!

Courtney

You can find more info here: https://teaperspective.com/jam-in-tea/ (also a few other places on hits from Google). Hahah Cameron “The Jam” B. Love it!

ashmanra

I saw a cute blog belonging to a young Russian man who said the jam spoon in the teacup is why Russians instinctively close one eye when drinking tea, even if there is no jam! He said cherry was traditional.

Courtney

Cherry jam sounds amazing ashmanra!

Dustin

Cool article, thanks! There was a blend that AQ2T did called Russian Bonfire which was a smoky tea, like the typical Russian Caravan, but it had jammy notes in it. I guess this tradition must have been Lauren’s inspiration!
Cameron should totally be in a band with that new name! It sounds so rock n roll!

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I’m an added flavor kind of tea fan, but have had a growing appreciation for plain. I want my tea to remind me of cookies and cakes with coconut and almond slices with a hint of chocolate drizzled on top. I want dancing ponies and flying monkeys shooting off fireworks! And no hibiscus. Hibiscus is the devil.

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