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Thank you Fjellrev for sharing some of this with me. To be honest, of the samples you sent, I have sort of been pushing this one off since something about the name had me worried this would be either too much like a pina colada or perhaps it could go another way and taste lotiony. Thankfully, this tea is neither of those two things but with that said, I am still not loving it. It is good but compared to the other Bayswater teas, this is just not up to par. The base is present and smooth which pairs with the smooth coconut flavor but I just can’t help but feel like this needs something more. Perhaps I am spoiled by all the other fuller flavors I have tried, but this just seems weak.

Fjellrev

I find that the macaroon flavours really wake up with milk, especially half and half. But I know you must be really watching what you’re using as additives. :) I can’t remember what this was like plain, but yeah, probably not nearly as good without the milk.

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Fjellrev

I find that the macaroon flavours really wake up with milk, especially half and half. But I know you must be really watching what you’re using as additives. :) I can’t remember what this was like plain, but yeah, probably not nearly as good without the milk.

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My cupboard has grown exponentially since joining this site and I have a lot to share. Feel free to snoop through my cupboard and message me if anything interests you – I am always happy to swap!

For me, flavored teas are definitely my sweet spot. I will most often reach for black teas and rooibos or honeybush blends but I do keep some flavored whites and greens around for when the mood strikes. I have a few herbals/tisanes but most of the time I find myself disappointed by them as they often smell deliciously sweet and then end up tasting tart/sour. I have a little bit of an aversion to pu’erh and oolong teas. I am also wary of florals, earl greys, and chai teas. I do not like overpowering citrus flavors nor do I usually like hibiscus, licorice or chamomile. I love dessert teas – caramel, vanilla, toffee, cookie, cream, and other sweet flavors make me smile. Fruits like strawberry, peach, mango, and pineapples will often catch my attention as well.

I have also realized that although I really enjoy adding frothed milk to some of my teas, if I do not like the tea with zero additives (just in plain water without milk or sugar), I probably won’t drink it. The one exception is flavored matchas which I will happily drink in cold milk if I do not like it mixed with hot water. My theory is if the tea can’t stand on its own then it is not for me and I will more than likely try to swap it out for something else.

Tea Ratings Guide (as of December 10, 2017)
90-100 Teas I NEED on hand at all times
80-89 Teas I want to keep around for a cup every now and then
70-79 Teas I am glad I have around and can experiment with but probably don’t need more than what’s in my cupboard
60-69 Teas I would not turn down a cup of from a friend but that would probably be enough
50-59 Teas I can see why someone would enjoy but are not for me
Under 50 Teas I really did not like and most likely got dumped

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