FORTNUM & MASON ADVENT DAY 14
I had read Cameron’s note on this one before I tried it, so I knew a little bit what to expect. I thought it was great and was reminded of the flavor of Harney’s Cranberry Autumn. There are a couple of things I might like better about this one, though. Harney’s contains hibiscus to simulate or enhance the cranberry tartness, and also is not a Chinese base. That gives Fortnum two advantages in my book.
The Chinese black tea base makes this work for me. The tart fruitiness is somewhat light, not in your face. I really enjoyed it. I did have a fleeting moment where the cranberry reminded me of red rooibos, but not too bad. (Red rooibos is sooooo Robitussin cough syrup for me and I just don’t like it.) part of the time I really felt like I was tasting tart cherry instead of cranberry.
Overall, I enjoyed this one and look forward to drinking it again. These advent tins are 25 grams so there is enough tea for at least a couple of large pots of tea.
Thumbs up!
I’m glad I’m not the only one who tasted a hint of medicine, ha ha…