So, I’m currently the majority of the way through a pot of this one. I thought it would be something nice to sip on while I worked on writing reviews/updating some social media stuff – and holy shit I was right.
I feel kind of bad that I haven’t tapped into my most recent AQ2T order that much yet, but I really want to be able to appreciate the teas completely and very consciously so it’s been important to me that I take my time with them. So, here are the notes I’ve taken while sipping on this pot:
- Medium bodied black tea; a little brisk, with some soft malt/floral tones
- I enjoy that it’s just as present as the other added ingredients/flavours
- While it can be nice to just taste a solid, uniform flavour it’s also nice to get the base too
- And I think it takes much more skill to find a balance between base AND ingredients
- The cranberry is really lovely! It’s bright, juicy, sweet and just a sliver tart
- Starts as this vibrant top note, subtly softens and is present for the whole sip
- I was a little surprised how strong the basil is; in a good way, though!
- While it’s gently present for the whole sip, it’s more noticable in the finish
- Very herbaceous, and natural: a really great contrast to the cranberry
- Overall, makes for a super unique flavour that hits SO MANY key flavour elements
- And it’s very fun and refreshing!
- One of the better cranberry teas I’ve had in a LONG time, as well
I’ve also been listening to music all morning while drinking this one, but this is my favourite pairing from the morning:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__trPtFbpAk&list=PLZ3F_T_pSqESIk5WU032vdMOGDQaXunIE&index=6
I feel like the imagery in the song is more cold, and this tea is brighter and definitely not wintery at all. However, I think the peaceful and reflective nature of the song matches the consistent flow of the flavour of the tea even if the imagery doesn’t completely line up.
I don’t know – I thought it worked very well.