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“This one was difficult for me to write about, because I have such great memories associated with this brand that I didn’t want to dislike this tea. But I do. A lot. I made several cups of this over...” Read full tasting note
“Smells wonderful and is very pretty. I like Nilgiri so this base appeals to me. It is a strong Earl Grey. I’m not sure the flowers smooth it out at all like the container claims. If you don’t like...” Read full tasting note
“THIS IS DELICIOUS! Pretty sure this came from Nicole. Thanks Nicole! YUM YUM and more YUM! The cup of vanilla soy I added is contributing to the creaminess, I’m sure, but the flavor is just perfect...” Read full tasting note
“A little disappointed with this one, I had hoped for more prominent notes of bergamot as is typical in most earl grey teas. I’m not sure what blueflower typically tastes like, but I’m getting...” Read full tasting note
A hand-crafted blend of full-bodied organic Indian black tea from Nilgiri, natural bergamot essence and beautiful blue Malva flowers. Malva is a genus within the family Malvaceae, which also includes Inter Alia, Althaea, Abutilon, Gossypium, Hibiscus, Lavatera and Sidalcea, and is particularly close to Lavatera. There are about 15 species of Malva and are broadly found in the Mediterranean and temperate Europe, China and northern India. Malvas are annual, biennial or short-lived perennial herbs. The flowers are pink, purple or bluish. Fresh, Citrusy and slightly floral.
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This one was difficult for me to write about, because I have such great memories associated with this brand that I didn’t want to dislike this tea. But I do. A lot.
I made several cups of this over the last two days – kept myself up half the night because I was so over-caffeinated! – but none of them hit the mark. It’s a solid Earl Grey, but the perfumey element of the cornflowers is just too much for me.
I have two more of their Earl Greys to try, and I’m hoping that they will be a lot more enjoyable. Right now I’m just happy I was able to use rewards points for this, and that I didn’t have to actually pay for it!
You can read the full review here:
http://wordsabouttea.blogspot.com/2013/07/blue-flower-earl-grey-by-tao-of-tea.html
Smells wonderful and is very pretty. I like Nilgiri so this base appeals to me. It is a strong Earl Grey. I’m not sure the flowers smooth it out at all like the container claims. If you don’t like Earl Grey, this will definitely not appeal to you – this is a slap you in the face Earl. Compared to others I probably won’t buy this one again. I think my tastes have become a bit more subtle when it comes to the Earl. I love it and it is one of my favorite teas, but I have come to like a bit more depth and a little less bergamot.
A little disappointed with this one, I had hoped for more prominent notes of bergamot as is typical in most earl grey teas. I’m not sure what blueflower typically tastes like, but I’m getting subtle notes of sweetness which may be related. Overall it’s good but not great.
