So I’ve been holding off on reviewing this one since I wanted to try it a few times before coming to a conclusion on it. Having now done so, I would say that this is a very solid oolong if you’re a fan of the darker, roastier flavors of oolong backed by rich caramel flavors and honey sweetness (which I definitely am).
I generally went with boiling water on all of these, or a little under because I am lazy and look at how dark this thing is, it’s not going to mind a little boiling water. Having played with leaf amount, this definitely benefits from over leafing and tastes a little overwhelmingly roasty if you oversteep (which I may have done due to not enough leaf) and loses a lot of the more delicate sweet notes. Still delightfully complex and layered, though, reminds me a bit of an excellent, baklava with much less sugar and honey and generous with the roasted nuts on top. The brewing is also forgiving, although you can certainly make it too intense if you forget about it.
With the warm profile, this tea would be extremely comforting any time boiling hot tea would be welcome, so I will be stocking up on this once I run out and I give myself clearance to buy more tea, haha.
Flavors: Caramel, Cinnamon, Dried Fruit, Honey, Nutmeg, Roasted, Toffee
