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“A forgotten last sample from Teaoria. Maybe because it is actually a herbal, so I wasn’t looking forward to try it? Maybe because I have same based tea from Georgian Tea 1847 which I haven’t tried...” Read full tasting note
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100% Georgian wild blueberry leaves (commonly called blueberry)
Sensory profile
Aroma: bergamot, lemon, buckwheat honey
Taste: citrus fruits, berries, quince syrup
Description
Wild blueberry is an endemic shrub growing in the mountain forests of Guria (western part of Georgia). Young leaves are harvested by hand in spring and then processed according to the black tea production technology. Bilberry leaf infusion has a very long history of use, also in traditional medicine. Improved traditional technology is now being used to bring out more flavor and properties. It is a drink with a strong antioxidant effect that contains many beneficial nutrients, such as flavonoids, anthocyanins, vitamins C and E and minerals. Does not contain caffeine.
Bilberry tea leaves contain 31 times more antioxidant polyphenols and anthocyanins than the berries themselves. They are an excellent source of vitamin C. An infusion of blackberry leaves strengthens the immune system, helps relieve pain and swelling in inflammatory conditions, helps lower blood pressure, reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes. Recommended for allergies, skin diseases, diabetes, macular degeneration and chronic syndrome fatigue. Research suggests it may help lower blood sugar levels, improve immune function, protect against free radical cell damage, reduce the risk of heart disease, and support digestive health by reducing inflammation and supporting healthy gut flora.
Bilberry leaf infusion (“Motsvi chai”) can be served both hot and cold. It can also be added to other drinks such as fruit teas, smoothies and cocktails.
Our blueberry leaves come from ecologically clean, mountainous areas of Georgia and do not contain any additives, artificial flavors or dyes. They are 100% natural!
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A forgotten last sample from Teaoria. Maybe because it is actually a herbal, so I wasn’t looking forward to try it? Maybe because I have same based tea from Georgian Tea 1847 which I haven’t tried (yet!)?
Anyway, decided to brew it today evening and I was wrong… I was supposed to look forward to try it. On blind test, I would say it is a mellow, flavoured black tea.
Jammy blueberry, sweet flavour, syrupy, interesting texture. A little, but pleasantly, sour.
Aroma is, surprisingly, rather citrusy (vendor says bergamot, not that sure about that) and berry-like.
Definitely I can recommend “Motsvi Chai” as a caffeine-free alternative to black tea and also as a nice cup for evenings with no-caffeine-in drinks.
Not a sipdown as I have used all at once.
