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drank Douglas Fir Spring Tips by Juniper Ridge
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I had been hanging on to my last bag of this for a long time and finally decided to say goodbye.

I’m totally not plugging for Juniper Ridge even though I’ve gotten paid to go on some juniper harvesting expeditions for them.

This is a pricey herbal tea (same price both on their website and at Whole Foods which is the only place I’ve seen it out in the wild), too high for me even given the quality of the material. The Bay Area is not a cheap place to headquarter a business. Regardless, this herbal tea is so unique, calming and refreshing that I’m hoping a sipdown note will spark others’ interest. Maybe I’ll stop pinching pennies and pick up another box once I get my tisane numbers under control.

Flavors: Citrus, Drying, Fir, Green Wood, Nectar, Sap, Sweet, Tart

Preparation
205 °F / 96 °C 8 min or more 10 OZ / 295 ML
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Martin Bednář
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I am happy that you have shared this one with me. It is really interesting and delicious tea.

ashmanra
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Wow! Juniper harvesting expeditions? That sounds amazing!

Martin Bednář
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Let’s go Steepster people there! I agree with you ashmanra completely!
But… but… I need plane tickets first!

derk
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Amazing, yeah, if you’re a fan of hard work in beautiful places :) You know I’d gladly take you out for some harvesting, Martin.

Martin Bednář
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Haha, I know derk. But going to Cali is long-term dream. And if I want to combine it with NC (ashmanra), then it is getting bit ridicilous. Too bad that US is so far, and me… enjoying ground transport… I think I have to fly both trips. To US as well NC-CA.

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Martin Bednář
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I am happy that you have shared this one with me. It is really interesting and delicious tea.

ashmanra
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Wow! Juniper harvesting expeditions? That sounds amazing!

Martin Bednář
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Let’s go Steepster people there! I agree with you ashmanra completely!
But… but… I need plane tickets first!

derk
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Amazing, yeah, if you’re a fan of hard work in beautiful places :) You know I’d gladly take you out for some harvesting, Martin.

Martin Bednář
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Haha, I know derk. But going to Cali is long-term dream. And if I want to combine it with NC (ashmanra), then it is getting bit ridicilous. Too bad that US is so far, and me… enjoying ground transport… I think I have to fly both trips. To US as well NC-CA.

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This place, like the rest of the internet, is dead and overrun with bots. Yet I persist.

Eventual tea farmer. If you are a tea grower, want to grow your own plants or are simply curious, please follow me so we can chat.

I most enjoy loose-leaf, unflavored teas and tisanes. Teabags have their place. Some of my favorite teas have a profound effect on mind and body rather than having a specific flavor profile.

Favorite teas generally come from China (all provinces), Taiwan, India (Nilgiri and Manipur). Frequently enjoyed though less sipped are teas from Georgia, Japan, and Nepal. While I’m not actively on the hunt, a goal of mine is to try tea from every country that makes it available to the North American market. This is to gain a vague understanding of how Camellia sinensis performs in different climates. I realize that borders are arbitrary and some countries are huge with many climates and tea-growing regions.

I’m convinced European countries make the best herbal teas.

Personal Rating Scale:

100-90: A tea I can lose myself into. Something about it makes me slow down and appreciate not only the tea but all of life or a moment in time. If it’s a bagged or herbal tea, it’s of standout quality in comparison to similar items.

89-80: Fits my profile well enough to buy again.

79-70: Not a preferred tea. I might buy more or try a different harvest. Would gladly have a cup if offered.

69-60: Not necessarily a bad tea but one that I won’t buy again. Would have a cup if offered.

59-1: Lacking several elements, strangely clunky, possesses off flavor/aroma/texture or something about it makes me not want to finish.

Unrated: Haven’t made up my mind or some other reason. If it’s puerh, I likely think it needs more age.

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