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derk drank Parker's Evening Blend by Cuppa Geek

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Tonight’s wind-down cup is Parker’s Evening blend, a pretty simple blend of chamomile, peppermint, butterfly pea flower, lemongrass and honey granules. CuppaGeek uses whole chamomile flowers in her blends and the difference in quality between this and most chamomile teabags is obvious! The chamomile is sweet, fresh and very appley. The peppermint I can’t taste but I do notice a slight opening of my chest and sinuses. This was my first blend with butterfly pea flowers and they really do turn the tea a brilliant purplish blue. I think they contribute just a hint of musty flavor. Light lemongrass taste. Not sure if it’s the chamomile and/or honey granules (which I can’t see in the dry mix) contributing to the honeyed body and flavor, but the sweetness is mild and pleasant. I do notice a lingering sweetness in my throat. The addition of butterfly pea flowers makes this a caffeine-free blend that I think would attract young sippers… so I ordered a pouch of this for my niece. Overall — smooth, sweet and simple.

Flavors: Apple, Flowers, Honey, Lemongrass, Mint, Musty, Smooth, Sweet

Preparation

Boiling 8 min or more 2 tsp 12 OZ / 354 ML

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This is on deck to try soon.

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You’re right … when I’m able to do tea parties for my Sunday girls again, this needs to be on the roster. Because, blue!

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This is on deck to try soon.

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You’re right … when I’m able to do tea parties for my Sunday girls again, this needs to be on the roster. Because, blue!

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