When I opened the tin, there was some powdered tea leaves sticking to the side….so I was dubious about the quality of the blend, but then I put my nose to the tin..I LOVE malty teas, and this is exactly what I got from the tin. Jesus, Mary and Joseph I couldn’t get it in the mug quick enough! It was so “exactly what I wanted” this morning (I have to write a final paper for a class today) that I completely forgot to make any notes about the tea….I was completely lost in the glorious drinking of it! So I thought I give the bag a second steep…. it was lighter, but still wonderful….and I did it again…I forgot to take even one bloody note. I’ll try again soon, but I’m sure glad I bought a 4 oz tin of this, because who knows how many mugs it will take to actually remember to write something useful to a tea drinker!!