Hmm…
I will write a proper tasting note for this one from my swap with variaTEA when I can do it justice. For now, it was poor and totally my fault as I fudged it up.
It smelled very strongly of apples in the packet, with a creamy hint which I suppose came from the vanilla. Almost like Adagio/Cara’s Ten blend (Doctor Who) only without the coconut. Brewed, the peachiness came through more than the apples and it smelled very juicy. HOWEVER I got distracted and alas, totally forgot about it for over half an hour, with the leaves still steeping in the cup in my little brew basket. I was so annoyed with myself when I remembered, as I was so looking forward to this!! It also turns out I underleafed, so the flavour was weak as well as bitter. I am planning on using the rest of the sample to very carefully prepare a cup exactly as it should be, as I want to enjoy it as it should be enjoyed.
Although it was bitter, I didn’t have to dump the cup – I added a teaspoon of sugar which mellowed it out a little, and was able to enjoy the fruity flavours in the aftertaste, after each bitter sip. The bitterness was just bearable enough, thankfully! Near the end of the cup, I added a touch of almond milk, out of curiousity, which didn’t turn out anywhere near as good as it sounded in my head. It kind of curdled a little, and the flavours seemed to remain separate in my mouth, too – first bitterness, followed by fruits, followed by a faint almond hint which ruined the overall aftertaste in my opinion. I think it would be good without sugar, too, but wasn’t able to tell this time due to the bitterness. My rating reflects the way I drank it with sugar before adding the almond milk as it was the most enjoyable, but I am sure the rating will increase massively when I manage to brew it properly without breaking it.
I am so angry with myself for overbrewing. I may have to find a way to acquire more (read: place a Nina’s order) as punishment. Yep. That’s what I’ll do.
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Oh no. I am sorry this cup was not enjoyable. I have never steeped this longer than 2 minutes. I can only imagine what could happen if left for such a long time. Hopefully your next cup is better.
I will stick to two minutes next time, then! I usually go around four. This one was waaay over that, though, and I’m sure it’s not the tea’s fault. I was so upset with myself when I remembered about it. I’m sure the next one will be much better, and I will definitely pay more attention to it!
Oh no. I am sorry this cup was not enjoyable. I have never steeped this longer than 2 minutes. I can only imagine what could happen if left for such a long time. Hopefully your next cup is better.
I will stick to two minutes next time, then! I usually go around four. This one was waaay over that, though, and I’m sure it’s not the tea’s fault. I was so upset with myself when I remembered about it. I’m sure the next one will be much better, and I will definitely pay more attention to it!