I laughed at the description when I read it after I drank this cup. “Touch of vanilla”? I think not! It’s more like someone shoved a handful of vanilla up my nose. Granted the server at the store put in a ton more leaf than I would use for the size of the cup and I steeped it rather long, so that might be a contributing factor as to why the vanilla is so overpowering.
That being said, the vanilla is a nice, natural one. It doesn’t make my throat itch like some vanilla flavorings.
As it cools, the floral tones come out to play a little. It’s subtle and sweet- very pleasant. I’m still not picking out any particular oolong taste. I’m gong to try this out for a shorter second steep.
No, no, the vanilla is like that. I prefer the second steep as I find the vanilla so overpowering.
I did do a second steep and enjoyed it much more! It was more florally sweet and I could taste a little of the oolong.