My Panettone

This was a funny one to drink right after Krampistachio by BrutaliTeas because it gave me a lot of similar vibes but was more successful overall. Definitely getting both the orange and almond throughout. I’m not familiar with a panettone but this cup feels like a sweet bread with dried fruit and nuts, which sounds like it might fit the bill well!

Dammann Freres advent day 5

Adventageddon Day 5

Probably my favourite of the day? Though, honestly, everything was pretty solid today. At first I was mostly just getting the sort of bright, sweet candied orange top notes of this blend and they were lovely but lacking a little in conveying panettone to me. However, this was definitely one of those teas where the flavours build on your palate over time, and after a few bigger sips I started to get a little more of the almond notes and a much more defined brioche-like baked and bready undertone that helped complete the overall profile for me.

Would maybe consider getting more of this as it does give off the vibe of the kind of tea you’d really grow to love with time – that sort of really consistent and reliable “fits all moods” type of blend. I do think maybe I have a few similar teas already, though…

Today’s Advent Photos: https://www.instagram.com/p/DDNnFftS3pU/?img_index=1

Song Pairing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkx4bdbHXc4&ab_channel=SOFY

DF Advent — Day 5

Not sure what panettone tastes like. Regardless, this was fine if not disappointing. It smelled great, like white chocolate orange chip cookies but was a bit watery in taste and it produced a drying catch in my throat. The most memorable part of the taste was of jeweled, candied orange.

Another blend in my holiday stash that I’m just not loving anymore. Slightly bready/cakey tasting, with a touch of fruit. But, there’s an astringent quality that is throwing everything off-balance.

I hesitate to even leave a tasting note for this one because I don’t think I am adding much to the conversation. I have to agree with everyone else, this tea is spot on :) It tastes just like you hope it would taste: buttery and very light. It’s lovely and it makes me think of Christmas.

Dammann Frères Advent Calendar 2022 – Day 2

Even with milk, the velvety butter and almond notes peak through to create the illusion of a festive marzipan orange dessert. It’s decadent, but not cloying or heavy (yes, I get brioche).

My mother, who is once again partaking in this advent journey, loves it too (her rating: 5/5), and even enabled me to buy more (“it’s not so expensive to get this shipped from France?” Dangerous).

Dammann Freres 2022 advent calendar Day 2. Like Day 1, I brewed this up in a little Western-style teapot so I could drink it from a teacup & saucer set. When I saw the company describe this as evoking brioche, I hoped it might be similar to or a dupe for ATR’s Brioche. Unfortunately it’s not, but it is tasty! It’s bready and has a fun candy orange note. It pairs nicely with a Te Company pineapple linzer, which has a similar flavor profile. Plus it holds up well on the second steep. I’ve never had panettone so I can’t speak to flavor accuracy, but I enjoyed it anyway!

Dammann Frères Advent Calendar 2022 – Day 2

Ooh, excited to try this one! My husband is Italian-American so we generally buy a panettone around the holidays every year.

This is honestly spot-on and I’m very impressed. It tastes just like an orangey brioche, which is essentially what panettone is. Super buttery and silky smooth with the perfect amount of sweet yet fresh orange flavor. It sounds decadent, but actually it tastes quite light, which is perfect for a light and fluffy panettone. The only thing it’s missing for me is the raisins, which I can live without.

Very scrumptious, this will definitely go on my to-order list!

Tastes just like a panettone! I really enjoyed this blend… It’s citrusy, nutty, and a tiny bit sweet. My Panettone is such a nostalgic treat for me, lovely for the holidays.

You know when you take a sip and omg, this is the most amazing thing ever comes to you?

Well, yes. Freshly baked homemade butter tart with extremely buttery perfectly baked caramelized pastry with whispers of orange blossom water and toasted almonds.

Happy Christmas to you all, Steepsters! <3