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drank Hummingbird by A Quarter to Tea
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Finally got under 300 and not one, but two orders arrived. My Riddle’s Tea Shoppe and Curiosities order arrived and so did my June A Quarter to Tea teabox (a little late). I gotta say even though it was late, the June Teabox is filled with deliciousness from this tea to Campfire Strawberry, a lapsang/genmaicha blend with strawberry and marshmallow. Plus, Blueberry Vanilla Peach and Raspberry Coconut Cheesecake. They all sound awesome and I had no idea where to start.

Sipping on this now, all I can say is HELLO CREAMY BANANA YUMMINESS!! Banana deliciousness with such a smooth vanilla flavor and then as you keep sipping, the fullness of the black base combines with that praline to make a comforting nuttiness that ties beautifully back to the creaminess of the other flavors. I can’t explain it but if you like banana, vanilla, and pecan praline – you will like this tea. It is awesomesauce.

Sil

Omg.

VariaTEA

Wow, Sil, that was fast lol

Evol Ving Ness

Why are you telling me about this tea! cries and stares into nearly empty banana pudding tea pouch

Sil

I think I’m going to need to be careful. My cupboard is down under 40 teas….and I’m getting bored. Need to get to tealish for fruit teas but then I see this sort of thing and I’m like hmmmm yes I could have that too….

Sil

i don’t see this one on the website?

VariaTEA

It’s from the June monthly teabox so it may not be up yet

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Sil

Omg.

VariaTEA

Wow, Sil, that was fast lol

Evol Ving Ness

Why are you telling me about this tea! cries and stares into nearly empty banana pudding tea pouch

Sil

I think I’m going to need to be careful. My cupboard is down under 40 teas….and I’m getting bored. Need to get to tealish for fruit teas but then I see this sort of thing and I’m like hmmmm yes I could have that too….

Sil

i don’t see this one on the website?

VariaTEA

It’s from the June monthly teabox so it may not be up yet

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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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