255 Tasting Notes

92

Ummmmm I was a little skeptical of this one at first because of my love/hate relationship with non-masala chai spiced blends. However, as soon as I smelt this tea in the mug I was in LOVE! It was the perfect mix of spice and syrupy baked apple for me and my tastes!

Flavors: Apple, Cinnamon, Clove, Honey, Pastries, Syrupy

gmathis

That sounds wonderful. Apple is my favorite tea fruit, when it is done properly.

Cameron B.

I might have to trouble you for a sample of this at some point, apparently it’s been 9 years since I last tried it LOL.

thereadersteacup

@Cameron B. On it!!!
and
@ gmathis It’s super delish!

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98

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88

Forest Moon is becoming one of my favorites from Trader Nicks, I’m a sucker for red berry flavors.

Flavors: Raspberry, Red Fruits, Strawberry, Sugar

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I love this blend, it is a perfect wake-up call for another slow-to-pass morning. School is really kicking my butt this semester.

Flavors: Blueberry, Butter, Honey, Pastries, Sugar, Vanilla

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92

I love this tea, this was the perfect wake-up call for a big, busy day ahead.

Flavors: Brisk, Cinnamon, Clove, Cookie, Ginger, Malt, Sweet, Vanilla

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95

Literally my hero for this slow Monday morning. I can’t believe it’s gonna be back in the 70’s and 80’s this week :(

ashmanra

Same temps here, but Sunday night is going to be in the upper 40’s if they don’t snatch that away from us at the last minute!

Rosehips

Its going to be super warm where I am, too. I feel your pain.

thereadersteacup

I’m hoping it’ll be back to cooler temps next week, this doesn’t feel like October.

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90

I really love this blend, while it looks a bit like the traditional pumpkin chai that a lot of blends come out with around this time of the year, I think that this one leans more into the cinnamon and creme brulee notes which I love. It’s perfect for the cozy cold day in I’m having!

Flavors: Burnt Sugar, Caramel, Cinnamon, Pumpkin

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65

This blend is nice; it’s not a favorite but I’ll drink it. It vaguely reminds me of Paris by Harney and Sons because I didn’t pomegranate at all. It’s a shame, I like pomegranates. Though it has that touch of vanilla that Paris has but its just tannic and bitter, unlike Paris which is smooth and creamy.

Flavors: Artificial, Berry, Bitter, Burnt, Tannic, Vanilla

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My name is Gabriella but everyone calls me Gabby! I am a 20-year-old college student living in NY, majoring in History and Elementary Education. In my spare time, I post reviews and little pieces of writing on my blog, read books, play video games, write poetry, and love to cuddle up with my two-year-old hound dog Buddy.
I have interesting tea preferences, to say the least:
Definitely a mood drinker, and I tend to change my preferences often, if I have a bad experience with a specific flavor or tea type I end up avoiding it for a while, then dive back in later. I also prefer my teas plain but will sometimes make lattes.

Flavor Preferences:

Fruit: mainly melon, berry, and apple flavors are my favorites. I’m allergic to pineapple, passionfruit, and kiwi.
Dessert: Almost all flavors dessert-wise are welcome I especially love warm and comforting flavors like caramels, chocolates, cookies/biscuits, crumbles, and muffin.
Floral: I prefer violets, lavender, roses, and mallow flowers. Open to all florals, allergic to dandelions.
Spices: I love lightly spiced blends but some like the infamous Hot Cinnamon Spice is too much for me.
Herbs: My favorites are mint, rosemary, sage, thyme, and sometimes basil.
Favorite Companies:
Harney and Sons
Simpson and Vail
White 2 Tea
Plum Deluxe
Trader Nicks
Friday Afternoon

Tea Rating Guide:
90-100: Top tier/ have to have them!
80-89: Really enjoyed it/ collection staple
70-79: Good, probably won’t drink it too often
60-69: I won’t refuse if offered
50-59: It’s okay
40-49: Probably dumped or handed to my Mom
00-39: No, just no

I love doing swaps and if you’re interested in anything in my cupboard let me know!

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