1403 Tasting Notes
Even though it is cold outside, the sunlight streaming through the windows is golden. I woke up feeling the need for a cup of something floral. I suppose that started with Lychee black the other day. Today, my first choice was lavender, but I talked myself out of that option for the sake of a cup of something from my focus pile. And now this.
If I recall correctly, I picked these up with my last frequent steeper points some months ago. Just trying them now.
I used two sizeable pearls in 12 ounces for several steeps The jasmine flavour is clear and true. The base is earthy and feisty and substantial. Even on steep five, the jasmine is still delicately present.
Just what I need to help me cut through some of this Easter chocolate.Oh, it’s been a long long time since I’ve had this.
It is hard not to compare to 52Teas Blueberry Cream Cheese Danish which I think may be creamier. I would need to do a taste test side by side.But honestly, this one is pretty fab too. It is sweet, but appropriately so. The blueberry flavours are natural and true, or at least, they appear to be.
One really great thing about having an out of control stash, among the less fabulous feelings of overwhelm and panic, is poking about and coming across a well loved blend from early on in your tea journey.
I had been a bit concerned that given DT’s more recent trend of overly sweetened and overly artificial flavourings that this tea would have been a disappointment, especially after a considerable time drinking pretty fabulous teas from other blenders and getting a better appreciation of quality straight teas. And also, there’s the distinct possibility that my tastes may change or may have changed as I continue along in tea world.
But, nope, I still enjoy this and will likely continue to do so.
Initially, when I bought this, the added flavours overwhelmed me: to the point that I found the tea cloying. And so I put it aside for some time.
Today, however, as I was scouting for Peeps Genmaicha, I found this and thought that it might be time to give it a whirl.
Super low and slow and the result was YUM! All butter cream, cheesecake, and honey supported by gentle jade oolong. Beautiful.
Currently on steep five and suspect that I will be steeping these leaves until they give up all they’ve got to give.
Moving my way through my massive focus pile.
Yes, yes, this is an aging tea, from early on in Anne’s reign at 52Teas. And yes, it’s fading but well preserved and delicious. The gentle strawberry and vanilla waft along on the substantial black base.
This is most perfect for this time of year.