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I am a bit biased, as I grew up on this tea as a staple in my mom’s fridge.
She would steep it by boiling the twigs for a long period of time to extract all the flavor and nutrients from the tea.

Never did like it as much steeped hot, but after chilling it the tea is very mild and woody. There is a slight, stimulating astringency that lets you know it is indeed, tea.
It’s a great option to get some nutrients with a lighter, more watery consistency than a traditional black tea. Plus, very low caffeine! So, it can be enjoyed with meals at all times of day without worrying about stimulation. I was even allowed to drink kukicha as a child.

It’s quite unique, if you have never dabbled with twig tea before. This doesn’t really have any nutty notes. The Frontier offering is straight wood, almost like biting a woodwind instrument reed.

Not much more than that, but it sure is refreshing in the heat of summer while chilled.
As other reviewers have stated it may not be the best available kukicha since it is about $25 us a POUND! I’m interested in trying other kukicha teas due to this staple gateway blend.

Flavors: Bamboo, Mineral, Wood

Preparation
Boiling 5 min, 0 sec 1 tsp 8 OZ / 236 ML

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I’m getting (back) into teas this year with my latest loose leaf revelation. Member of the Liquid Proust Discord server and enjoyer of all things cha qi.

Also enjoyed are all of the historical implications of tea culture, and the bountiful variety in teas of the world.
Take a moment to meditate with a cup in hand, and our world will seem clearer when the last sip leaves your cup!

My rating system is in honor of K.S.

90-100 Stellar, to be displayed proudly if shared with guests. Or just a tea that hits its mark well.
80-90 I enjoy this tea a lot, would purchase and drink it. Fine if it lives in the pantry
70-80 Above Average, would drink it and probably still buy if the mood struck me.
50-70 Average, I would still drink it when available.
0-50 I don’t care for this tea, and have no desire to care for it.

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