Wow, I knew I was in for a treat when I smelled the dry leaf in the bag and it is already smelling kind of pineapple-ish. I steeped this at 3.5 minutes at around 195 F. I wish I knew where my thermometer was. My water was not quite boiling so I assume it was around 195.
I wonder, is this technically a darjeeling if it’s from Sikkim? The second flush Sikkim from Rare Tea Republic was beyond amazing in my opinion, and this one is excellent also. It’s very light bodied with a slight floral nose. The tea itself is very fruity, pineapplish and actually on the sweeter side with a bit of sandalwood/earth. I’m so used to these darjeeling type tea being very astringent with lots of tannins but this is exceptionally smooth and mellow. It’s easy to drink plain on it’s own. I’m with LiberTeas, I thought it was superb. Mmmm, I think I’m going to go make another cup right now!
I will definitely be going back to Rare Tea Republic as a customer.
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WOAHHH! WHAT?!? Amy…….did you just give a Darjeeling a perfect score! Well, technically Temi Sikkim is a region just outside of Darjeeling, but their qualities are very similar. Pay no attention….er…maybe there is no man behind the curtain. :)) LMAO…….Hehehehe.
I liked it because it wasn’t so astringent but very flavorful!
I do remember Sikkims to be fruity, and less astringent than Darjeelings. I’ve had a couple with minty qualities, and my last one from Upton’s had cherry nuances. You may find that these teas are your “Darjeeling” of choice. :))
WOAHHH! WHAT?!? Amy…….did you just give a Darjeeling a perfect score! Well, technically Temi Sikkim is a region just outside of Darjeeling, but their qualities are very similar. Pay no attention….er…maybe there is no man behind the curtain. :)) LMAO…….Hehehehe.
I liked it because it wasn’t so astringent but very flavorful!
I do remember Sikkims to be fruity, and less astringent than Darjeelings. I’ve had a couple with minty qualities, and my last one from Upton’s had cherry nuances. You may find that these teas are your “Darjeeling” of choice. :))