I’m feeling like this could potentially be a good cup if I figured out the right steeping parameters. I stepped away when steeping this morning and ended up with a bitter cup. As it cools, the bitterness wears off a bit and I get a better cup. I get a little smoke in the rich deep sip. The apple toffee comes out in the finish and was more prevalent when the cup was hotter, it seems to be less noticeable as it cools. I do wish the apple toffee flavors were stronger, which is my complaint with most of the B&B teas I have tried, but maybe with some adjusting I can make it pop out a bit more.
205 °F / 96 °C
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I need to try this one again too, especially with maple syrup. :D