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I absolutely love Deb! And I wanted to like this tea. When I read the ingredients I was like, toasted rice, toasted coconut, sugar, and green tea – YES! Those all sound like ingredients I would love.

I should preface this by saying that I feel neutral about genmaicha. I have only had it one other time; I neither strongly liked nor disliked it. But it could have just been the brand I had. Or I might just not like genmaicha? I think I have to try it more to make a firm decision.

However, I unfortunately did not like this tea as much as I wanted to. When I first sipped it, the coconut took prominence over the rest of the flavours. Deb also only uses natural ingredients to make her blends (which I love), but when steeped, the coconut releases oils. It gives the tea a heavy, oily mouthfeel which I dislike.

However, while I was drinking it, the coconut note died down a bit to let the rest of the flavours shine. I definitely taste the toasted rice and earthy, green notes.

I love Deb, and I want her to improve and thrive! <3

I think to improve its current formula; it needs more sugar (although I understand why Deb used it sparingly since some people might want a dessert-inspired treat, without it being overly sweet, and I can easily add it to the tea at home), ONLY toasted coconut or even no coconut, and vanilla notes. Instead of palm sugar, maybe Deb could add icing sugar to make it taste more like a marshmallow?

Given the ingredients, I obviously never expected it to live up to its namesake. I think this tastes like a genmaicha, with a strong hint of coconut.

Flavors: Coconut, Earth, Toasty

Cameron B.

52teas does a version of this that is very popular. Unfortunately it looks like it’s not in stock right now, but you might keep an eye out. :)

https://steepster.com/teas/52teas/19360-marshmallow-treat-genmaicha

Silent Kettle

Thank you so much, Cameron!! I have actually never heard of 52teas before! But I will be sure to keep an eye out! :)

Cameron B.

She does a new blend for every week (hence the name) and has a monthly subscription. I’ve just signed up for it again so you’ll likely see some notes from me soon!

Silent Kettle

Ou! Sounds interesting. I will be sure to check out her company, thank you! :)

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Cameron B.

52teas does a version of this that is very popular. Unfortunately it looks like it’s not in stock right now, but you might keep an eye out. :)

https://steepster.com/teas/52teas/19360-marshmallow-treat-genmaicha

Silent Kettle

Thank you so much, Cameron!! I have actually never heard of 52teas before! But I will be sure to keep an eye out! :)

Cameron B.

She does a new blend for every week (hence the name) and has a monthly subscription. I’ve just signed up for it again so you’ll likely see some notes from me soon!

Silent Kettle

Ou! Sounds interesting. I will be sure to check out her company, thank you! :)

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Hello everyone!

So, how did I get into tea? I think I have always had a fascination with tea. But I really got obsessed with it after watching Avatar: The Last Airbender. I loved how Uncle Iroh used tea as a way to both practice self-care and connect with others.

I aspire to do the same through my tea endeavours.

My Favourite Canadian Small Tea Businesses: (Thus far! As I explore new tea brands, I am sure this list will grow)

Dessert by Deb
The Tea Haus
The Chai Brewing Company

My Preferred Preparation:
For black teas, I prefer the stove-top method with milk and sugar. For all other teas and herbal infusions, I usually prefer having them hot without any add-ins. However, I do like an occasional iced tea! Especially for some fruity or floral blends.

My Tea Preferences:
I enjoy flavoured teas more than straight teas; however, I do have a soft spot for traditional green or oolong teas.

Favourite Flavours:
- Masala chai (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and other warming spices!)
- Cream
- Mint
- Tropical fruit (lychee, mango, pineapple)
- Maple 
- Orange
- Roasted/smokey
- Caramel
- Floral (especially jasmine)
- Honey
- Nuts (hazelnut, almond)
- Sweet potato
- Fall fruits (apples, cranberries)
- Earl Grey
- Vanilla bean

Least Liked Flavours:
- Anything that tastes too artificial (especially vanilla or chocolate!)

- Tart (too much hibiscus)

- Ginseng

- Guarana powder 

- Coconut oil (or oily teas)

- Red rooibos

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