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SimplyJenW drank Bailin Gongfu Black Tea by Teavivre

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Tea of the morning……

I haven’t had much to say lately since I have about the same 6 teas in rotation for now trying to drink some things up. (I actually think I could live with about 6 teas in my cupboard at this point.) I have emptied about two smaller tins, but unfortunately, I probably have more of those teas that are still sealed. This one has definitely been more appealing the last few times I have brewed it. Still not sure it meets its price for value, but I will certainly love drinking what I have left. (Yes, come to think of it, I could definitely live with about 12 teas in my cupboard.) I have a list that I keep of teas that I will rebuy and this one is always on that list, and then off. We have kind of a volatile relationship. (Hmmm. I think I need at least 24 teas in my cupboard at any given time…..) We will see where I am once I get through the rest. I do have quite a bit of this one on hand. (Who am I kidding? I will probably have close to 40 or 50!)

Anyhow, this is a good cuppa. I like how the cocoa notes in this one are slightly roasty. Prepped the usual way.

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boychik
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12 teas? Scary ;) even 24

Indigobloom
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agreed. I can’t even get below 100!!

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boychik
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12 teas? Scary ;) even 24

Indigobloom
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agreed. I can’t even get below 100!!

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My motto: Drink the good tea!

Tea enthusiast, trying to keep up my cardio for the zombie apocalypse. I have come to accept that I am a western brewing black tea drinker as that is where my ‘tea heart’ lies. I started on loose leaf as a way to have my dessert and not suffer the caloric issues. Once I tried it, I was hooked.

I drink what I like, which is mostly China blacks, a few traditionally scented blacks and Earl Greys, plus a flavored tea here and there. I don’t mind spending a bit on premium varieties on occasion, but an expensive tea has to deliver. My favorite places to order are Harney & Sons and Upton Tea Imports. TeaVivre is great for Chinese tea.

My ratings are pretty subjective. If it falls under 70, I may not take the time to post about it unless I had something specific to say. If it is 70-80 I like it, but I will probably not rebuy. Favorites are over 80 and up, but sometimes the less expensive or more easily obtainable version of a similar taste will win out for my cupboard space.

Usual teapot steeping method: 24 oz teapot, 3 perfect scoops of tea (4 1/2 actual tsp), freshly boiled water, 4 minutes. Lightly sweetened.

Usual mug steeping method: 15 oz mug, 1.5 perfect scoops of tea (just over 2 actual tsp), freshly boiled water, 4 minutes. Lightly sweetened.

Usual pan method: 1 1/2 cups water, 2 perfect tsp chai (3 actual tsp). Simmer for 3 minutes. Add 2/3 cup skim milk. Simmer for 2 more minutes. Strain and sweeten.

Usual pitcher method:
5 or 6 Perfect Spoons of tea (this means about 7-9 actual tsp), freshly boiled water, brewed essentially double-strong in my 24 oz teapot for 4 minutes. Fill my Fiestaware Disc pitcher (about 60 oz.) halfway with ice. Add brewed double-strong tea to the pitcher. Stir it a little and enjoy. No additions.

(*SRP is my Sample/Stash Reduction Plan starting on April 12, 2012. I got so far, but just decided it was too fussy to keep track.)