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VariaTEA drank Blackberry Dumpling by 52teas

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I have no idea what a blackberry dumpling is so I have no idea if this is accurate. It tastes good though. Sil was super kind and shared a serving and this is a whole lot of delicious blackberry flavor. Actual blackberry flavor, true to the fruit and distinct. It is also a warming cup thanks to the cinnamon and maltiness of the base. It tastes like a blackberry dumpling of sorts. Whether it is a dumpling or not, I do not know. Still I enjoyed trying this one a lot and would happily revisit it should it be reblended and I were placing a 52 Teas order.

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Sil
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i managed to snag 1 more package of this when ann updated her inventory. best time ever for me.

Cameron B.
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I looked it up a bit, and it seems like Blackberry Dumpling is sort of similar to a cobbler? It’s basically blackberry pie filling that you drop dollops of sweet dough into and then bake.

Kittenna
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Blackberry flavouring is so awesome. AQ2T had a Blackberry Pie tea, I believe, for one of the monthly blends, using the hand-rolled yunnan base, and I definitely bought more. I don’t think I picked up this one, but I’d for sure also be getting some if it was around when I placed an order!

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Sil
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i managed to snag 1 more package of this when ann updated her inventory. best time ever for me.

Cameron B.
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I looked it up a bit, and it seems like Blackberry Dumpling is sort of similar to a cobbler? It’s basically blackberry pie filling that you drop dollops of sweet dough into and then bake.

Kittenna
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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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