I believe the first words out of my mouth were, “Woah, now THAT’S a big ball!” We only thought the Black Dragon Pearls were big. These puppies are HUGE!
I immensely enjoyed watching the ball unfurl. Although to be honest, there wasn’t too much unfurling going on during the first and second infusions. The bugger is solid. The second infusion opened it up a little more…but the ball is relatively intact. The taste is that of a solid, middle of the road oolong. It’s a little nutty…a little earthy. Nothing vegetal, not too roasted…just a tasty, slightly sweet oolong. On taste alone I would rate this tea around 80-85. Now, add in the entertainment factor and BAM it becomes an easy 90!
This tea would pair well with several dishes. It has that multi-functional ability. Chinese takeout for dinner…Dragon Balls. Need to impress some friends…Dragon Balls. Quiet night curled up with a blanket and a cat or two…Dragon Balls. Delicious!
I’m having visions of Dragon Balls in Sorapots dancing in my head!!!
Thanks Doulton! You rock…balls.
Comments
I think it will be my new mild oath. Stub your toe? “Dragon balls!” Forget something important? “Dragon balls!” Someone says something you strongly disagree with? “What a load of dragon balls!”
I love the fact that this tea is actually named “Dragon Balls”. More teas need official names that make me snicker.
I think it will be my new mild oath. Stub your toe? “Dragon balls!” Forget something important? “Dragon balls!” Someone says something you strongly disagree with? “What a load of dragon balls!”
I love the fact that this tea is actually named “Dragon Balls”. More teas need official names that make me snicker.
I like “What a load of dragon balls!” :)
Auggy, I totally agree.
BAM!!!!!