This is the first Mariage Freres tea that I’m trying thanks to Stephanie! I’m actually going to be in Paris in June, so I thought it would be most appropriate on this rainy day to continue planning my trip while sipping on this tea! First off, the dry leaf is so pretty with the blue bits of cornflower (I think) and nuts. Plus, it smelled wonderfully sweet without being overwhelming. I steeped for a few minutes, and right away I can smell the spices. It smells mainly like cinnamon to me, but I have a hard time distinguishing between similar flavors. The tea is nice and sweet with the most distinct notes being cinnamon and almond to me. I do think there is a bit of something missing that makes the tea taste a bit empty toward the end of the sip. It may be the black tea base is not strong enough? Or perhaps I simply underleafed. Anyway, it’s a good thing I have another serving of this one left because it is hitting the spot today!
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How exciting! How long are you going to be in Paris? I would have to take an empty suitcase to bring back all the teas and goodies I’d want to get! :)
Haha, I’m already planning on packing light so that on the way back, I can fill every crevice with tea and souvenirs! I’ll be in Paris for 4 days, but I’m also going to Rome, London, Barcelona, and Dubrovnik, so it should be an adventure!
Lucky you! Think of all the food you will get to enjoy besides the tea. So envious!
That sounds totally awesome! /jealous :)
Woohoo! I’m glad you liked it! I can’t believe you are going to Paris! I’m so jealous ;) Go to Fauchon for me!!!!
How exciting! How long are you going to be in Paris? I would have to take an empty suitcase to bring back all the teas and goodies I’d want to get! :)
Haha, I’m already planning on packing light so that on the way back, I can fill every crevice with tea and souvenirs! I’ll be in Paris for 4 days, but I’m also going to Rome, London, Barcelona, and Dubrovnik, so it should be an adventure!
Lucky you! Think of all the food you will get to enjoy besides the tea. So envious!
That sounds totally awesome! /jealous :)
Woohoo! I’m glad you liked it! I can’t believe you are going to Paris! I’m so jealous ;) Go to Fauchon for me!!!!