45 Tasting Notes
The Bohea Supreme has the same round, incredibly mellow character as its sister, Bohea Select, sans the slightly funky tinge of wet leaves. The delicious cocoa note is stronger in this one, and I found that a little unsweetened vanilla-flavored almond milk really brings it out. This tea is the perfect choice for a laid-back Sunday morning when I want to be wakened gently and start my day with a satisfied smile. My only complaint is how quickly I’m using it up!
Preparation
This tea seems “just right” on so many occasions. Sometimes it replaces my usual Assam at breakfast, and it’s often my first choice for afternoon tea. It has both strength and clarity of flavor. As Upton’s notes say, it’s like an unsmoky Keemun, which I have come to recognize is my favorite kind.
Preparation
Looking to expand my black-tea repertoire, I ordered this tea based on Carolyn’s tasting notes. Sure enough, it’s sweet and smooth, a nice change from more stimulating teas like my usual Assams. It also takes a bit of milk well, although it’s so mellow that it doesn’t need it. The only negative is that it has a hint of a dank, wet-leaves note that reminds me of the way my tea used to smell by lunchtime after sitting in my thermos all morning (ah, memories of second grade and my lunchbox with the pink French poodle on it!). But once I get past that and begin sipping, it’s pure pleasure. This was my first experience with a Bohea and has motivated me to explore these teas further — I just ordered Upton’s Bohea Supreme with high hopes!
Preparation
I’ve been drinking Lady Londonderry since the days when Jackson’s of Piccadilly sold it in tins. Metro’s blend, which I purchased from the English Tea Store, is more overtly fruity than what I recall, but very enjoyable nevertheless. What makes Lady Londonderry special is how good it tastes with a splash of milk — a pleasant surprise for a tea flavored with lemon and strawberry. It’s a special treat on a quiet Sunday afternoon … or any other afternoon.
