Got my first Bird & Blend subscription pack! I will say, I’m not thrilled that two of the three teas have Lapsang in them, as I find myself not being so fond of smoky teas lately. But oh well, onward we go!
This tea immediately jumped out at me as I love butterscotch and butter rum flavored things. Dry, it mostly smelled of smoke and for some reason bergamot? Which was not encouraging…
Luckily I don’t find it too offensive steeped up. There is a light smokiness but it’s not overwhelming. I taste a little sweetness, and there is a tad bit of dark caramel along with some booze.
Overall, it’s not for me. I was hoping for much more buttery goodness here… I remember having a similar issue with Butter Brew. I am pleased that the smokiness is light, however. And I still smell/taste bergamot, for some reason…
Flavors: Bergamot, Burnt Sugar, Rum, Smoke, Sweet
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Yay for the first subscription parcel though — shame about the flavours, but still! I know we’re in different countries, but can I ask if the subscription has free shipping?
It does not, but it’s very reasonable (in my opinion) at $16.80 USD including shipping for three 20g pouches. I’m not sure how the shipping cost would differ for Canada though.
I just went through and added it to a cart to see and it would be about £12 ($21 CAD). Not so bad actually. The upcoming ones for November and December sound tasty, but since we ordered the advent calendars, maybe I’ll put it off until the new year. I’m looking forward to seeing your notes on them though!
I keep having to talk myself out of ordering the advent, LOL! I clearly have no self-control… ^^’
I feel that way too. I tend to order teas in hoards — from all the companies, all at once, then I don’t order anything for months/the rest of the year haha!
Yay for the first subscription parcel though — shame about the flavours, but still! I know we’re in different countries, but can I ask if the subscription has free shipping?
It does not, but it’s very reasonable (in my opinion) at $16.80 USD including shipping for three 20g pouches. I’m not sure how the shipping cost would differ for Canada though.
I just went through and added it to a cart to see and it would be about £12 ($21 CAD). Not so bad actually. The upcoming ones for November and December sound tasty, but since we ordered the advent calendars, maybe I’ll put it off until the new year. I’m looking forward to seeing your notes on them though!
I keep having to talk myself out of ordering the advent, LOL! I clearly have no self-control… ^^’
I feel that way too. I tend to order teas in hoards — from all the companies, all at once, then I don’t order anything for months/the rest of the year haha!