Greens have arrived at Whispering Pines!
Green teas aren’t usually my go to teas and I’m quite critical of them. I don’t like the grassiness and overly vegetal taste they often have.
Having said that, I do appreciate some of them, dragonwell being my favorite.
When I received this maojian to sample, I was really excited and curious about it. We all know that Brenden settles only for the best so if he decides to sell something, I have high expectations for it.
This tea doesn’t disappoint.
Perfect vibrant green leaves, they look like mini longjing sticks.
I used gongfu brewing method.
First steep and wow! How to describe it?
This is not your typical grassy green. It’s very sweet and fresh at the same time.
I get a sweet minty taste, with notes of artichokes maybe. Asparagus might be noticeable as well, those fresh crunchy asparagus you get early spring.
None of the seaweed saltiness often associated with greens.
Anise is present, but very very subtle. I feel that at the tip of my tongue.
I forgot steep three and it steeped for a good 3 minutes. I was expecting bitterness. But it seems impossible to mess up this tea, it was still sweet and delicious.
Warning though: this will provide some kick ass energy boost. DO NOT DRINK AT NIGHT like I did the first time I had it…Let’s just say I felt woozy for a while!!! ;-)
I’m very happy with this green, it’s a keeper!
Thanks for the generous sample Brenden :-)
Pics:
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Gorgeous pictures!
+1 TTF is quite a pro photog.
Great photos!
Thank you so much y’all!! :-)
What a lovely liquor color.