12 Tasting Notes
For a non-pearled jasmine, this is a really amazing tea. I’m very picky about jasmines. I like this tea so much I think it’s my favorite of all the excellent Damn Fine Teas. This is partly because I’m really good at messing up the steeping time on most teas, and this one seems harder to ruin than most. It may be smarter than my forgetfulness. The only Damn Fine Tea that is tougher to over-steep is the excellent Bai Mu Dan.
I’ve tried at least a dozen pearl jasmines, and this one is my favorite. When I lived in Providence this was no problem. Now that I have to order it online, it’s a pain. Their shopping cart software is not very functional. It’s worth it for the tea. Most pearled jasmines require a large quantity of tea, up to a tablespoon or two, for a single cup. This one really only requires a teaspoon or two, and the balance of jasmine is perfect. As with all jasmines, the second steeping is the best.
