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“This is the second time I’ve made this tea. The first time I made it, I followed the supplier’s instructions and used approximately 1 tsp of tea (8 balls) for 8 oz — this was a bit too weak for my...” Read full tasting note
Just one look is enough to show you that these Black Dragon Pearls are something really unique and special.
Only the very best quality leaves with a high proportion of succulent buds are selected for this premium tea, which is expertly rolled into large pearl-shaped pellets in the traditional manner by experienced tea farmers in China.
Grown and harvested in Yunnan Province, these Black Dragon Pearls are the black tea version of the more commonly sold Dragon Pearl green tea, and have a naturally slightly sweet flavor with a sublime earthy smoothness on the base notes. Hints of cocoa whisper a subtle promise as the leaves unfurl, producing an aromatic and delicious brew to be savoured.
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This is the second time I’ve made this tea. The first time I made it, I followed the supplier’s instructions and used approximately 1 tsp of tea (8 balls) for 8 oz — this was a bit too weak for my liking. This time, I used approximately 3 tsp (24 balls) for 16 oz — a slight increase, but enough to make it much better. I’d recommend using this amount if you prefer tea which is slightly stronger.
When fully brewed, the tea has a rich, dark brown color. The tea leaves unfurl from the ball shape as they steep, becoming elongated and thin. The tea itself has a cocoa or malty chocolate flavor, with a slight earthy flavor in the background. It is good but tastes a bit tired. I am sure I will enjoy the rest of the batch I purchased and might eventually buy some again — it was slightly cheaper than other black dragon pearl teas I have purchased but the quality isn’t too diminished with that cheaper price. Overall, a decent, mellow tea, but still seems to be missing something to make it one that I’d drink regularly.
Flavors: Chocolate, Cocoa, Dirt, Earth, Malt
