This is a interesting tea. I have never had honeybush before, so I can’t say I know what it tastes like, but I think I at least could find myself tasting it.
I gave this a nice rinse—probably 45 seconds.
The first steep was very good. I did about a 15 second steep. There was no fermentation flavor in here. It was slightly sweet, and has that candy flavor as named. There was a hint of chocolate.
Second steep: i found myself wanting some vanilla, so I added some to it, and this was a nice addition. I liked this steep a bit better.
I really enjoyed the blend. The puer was there, but not overpowering like it easily could be. It really let the other ingredients come out.
Anyone out there reading this, adding some vanilla was a good idea. I think I’ll try blending this with the Peppermint Nom Nom. That’d be a solid combo.
Peppermint, chocolate/malt tea, vanilla, ripe pu’erh…. I think you’re making your own cups now :)