1629 Tasting Notes
My kitty just died yesterday so my tea drinking was put on hold. This was the only tea I drank yesterday. I am so devastated. Any tea suggestions for lifting my spirits in some way?
I’m so sorry about your kitty. It’s heartbreaking to lose them. (((HUGS)))
I feel your pain, I lost one of mine early this year. On Valentines Day as a matter of fact. I am not sure what to suggest to uplift your spirits but I can say my thoughts are with you.
Thank you :)
I had Lapsang Souchong this morning. I had received this in a swap off of teachat a few months ago, and I wanted to wait until my tin of Bamileke was finished (I have at least 2 unopened tins left – Amazon has those deals). So now that it was finished here it goes!
WOW. My expectations weren’t that high since I wasn’t a huge fan of Bamileke but I eventually became accustomed to the Lapsang Souchong in the blend. This one, standing alone, was unexpectedly delicious! It was smokey and smooth without tasting or smelling like bacon. It smelled like a wood burning in a fireplace or a firepit. I love that smell! It was slightly sweet but maybe it is because of the sweetener my boyfriend put in there.
Last night he asked me, “Why do you love tea so much?” I don’t know… I just do! It makes me calm and I enjoy those quiet and peaceful moments with him and when I’m alone. :)
Preparation
Thank you Caitlin for sending this sample! This one is interesting. I decided to try this tea without looking at the reviews or description. My initial impressions were about appearance. I saw rooibos and chunks of fruit perhaps. The smell was so faint and slightly sweet. Upon steeping, it was a nice red brown color. It tasted sweet but a little tart. I got a warm feeling of vanilla seeping through the mix of sweet and fruit. I really love rooibos and vanilla combinations.
Overall a decent blend. The fruity tartness threw me off but it wasn’t very powerful which was good.
