My first try of a pure Assam tea! This was one of the four new teas in the November Tea Sparrow box, which I am drinking before heading off to do my volunteering shift at the Vancouver Tea Festival. I’m a bit apprehensive at being there all day, since it’s an hour away by transit for me, but I am hoping to be able to try a lot of different teas there today. Plus… I was promised a cool “volunteers only” swag bag for my time. ;)
On my first sip, I noticed that this tea is quite strong and full-bodied. The flavour tones were deep and slightly sweet, with a lingering finish on the tongue. Reminds me of the Royal English Breakfast blend that I drink, except a more sophisticated version? I want to say the the black tea flavour profile that is in both teas just tastes more “deep” in this Assam, if that makes any sense. Anyways, it’s quite nice and enjoyable to drink, but didn’t “wow” me. A nice, simple breakfast tea to go with my oatmeal in the morning.
Have fun at the tea festival!