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This was a tea that I picked up at my local Japanese market on a whim, because I love apple things! When I was filling a ziploc bag with some wrapped teabags to take with me on vacation, I noticed there were only a few of these left, so now I’m finishing them off!
I find it interesting how in these sachets, the flavoring is actually little round beads that are separate from the tea. Bird & Blend does something similar with their flavored matcha (which makes it really annoying to cold brew), but I think this is the first time I’ve seen that in a teabag. Not that it matters one way or the other, just interesting!
This has a strong and crisp green apple flavor that definitely leans into candy territory. The green base is über mellow and smooth, and the matcha adds a bit of sweetness and gives a more substantial texture. I could see this base being tasty on its own or as a foundation for any number of flavors. I’ll have to see what else is available the next time I visit the grocery!
Really a lovely strong apple tea for this time of year. :3
Flavors: Apple, Candy, Creamy, Grassy, Green Apple, Smooth, Sweet, Tart, Thick, Umami, Vegetal
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Love finding hidden gems at the grocery!
They always have some interesting-sounding flavored Japanese teas!
I had a Whittard’s? Rose tea that had the little beads! It was very good. But I love rose tea!
It makes a lot of sense if they want to use the same base for several flavors, seems like it would simplify manufacturing so they can just add the flavoring separately.
Love finding hidden gems at the grocery!
They always have some interesting-sounding flavored Japanese teas!
I had a Whittard’s? Rose tea that had the little beads! It was very good. But I love rose tea!
It makes a lot of sense if they want to use the same base for several flavors, seems like it would simplify manufacturing so they can just add the flavoring separately.