Received a sample of this with my Butiki Teas order. This is a delicious Ceylon blend with creamy notes. I didn’t find it astringent, possibly because I only steeped it for two minutes and thirty seconds (maybe even less). It has a soft creamy flavor that really does remind me of creme brûlée or similar desserts, along with a hint of toastiness (almost like a caramelized sugar crust). The pumpkin is subtle here… I can smell it, but as far as the taste goes I only noticed the pumpkin flavor once I added a little honey to my cup. Even then, it’s still pretty light, just a hint of buttery squash (perhaps because it blended so well with the cream notes). That said, I found this tea to be very smooth and well-balanced. It’s a really sophisticated choice for a fall-inspired blend. The flavors aren’t in-your-face, but they’re delicious all the same. I’m so glad I got to try it!
I’m sad to hear that Butiki Teas is closing, though… I only just discovered the company via the reviews here at Steepster. But I also feel very lucky that I was able to try some of their lovely blends before they sell out.
