This was a tea I bought during my FF darjeeling obsession in 2012 – unfortunately I bought so much darjeeling I couldn’t really drink it all and some of it still languishes in my cupboard. I heard that cold brewing a FF darjeeling is tasty, my attempt was not so great. I find it got a little bit astringent/bitter although I know my tastebuds are off due to this cold I am fighting off. I might have to give up on this one soon and just pitch it. I know this tea would have been best consumed within a year of my purchasing it. I think I will try it at least once more hot.