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It’s a beautiful Tuesday here in the southern United States. The day has been made even better and more exciting with a sample of Teavivre’s Premium Golden Monkey Black Tea.

This Teavivre selection is one of my favorite teas in the whole world. You know the old mental exercise: “If you were shipwrecked all alone on a deserted island, what would you want to have with you?” – No brainer for me! This tea would definitely be in my backpack!

Right out of the package, the unbrewed leaves carried an intoxicating aroma of freshly baked bread. A pleasant sweet note also arose that made me want to hurry up and steep this baby immediately.

I followed the instructions on the packet and steeped the long dark and golden leaves at 195 degrees (actually, 194 degrees is recommended, but there is no such setting on my tea maker- close enough). I also set the timer for Teavivre’s suggested three minutes (they recommend a brewing time of one to three minutes).

The final product was a bright amber color. The steeped aroma that wafted from my cup had the fresh bread characteristic with sweet honey undertones.

This has to be one of the smoothest black teas out there. Every one of my sips, from first to last, was like silk. I had to slow down to savor each mouthful to avoid gulping it down.

The flavor was extremely pleasant, light, and sweet. Bread with honey were immediately brought to mind.

Astringency? Forget about it. There is nothing of the kind. Just pure flavor utopia.

I don’t just like this tea. I LOVE this tea. I would drink it all day if I could.