Ever since this blend came out and people started writing about it, I have wanted to try it. The sample from the awesome VariaTea made it possible! Yay!
First, I was very pleasantly surprised at how refreshing it was. It tasted more like a melon to me than a cucumber… And perhaps that’s good? I also knew there would be mint here that I am not fond of, but it wasn’t up in my face, it was just there to highlight the “melon” freshness.
Then, however, I began having problems with the base that was WAY too weak. Of course it could have been my fault, as I might have not added enough leaf. Either way, the combination of a weak black base and the melon taste combined into something I can only call “sweaty notes”, especially as it cooled down. Which makes me wonder if this would be better or worse as a cold brew?
Overall, I liked it, but it is not something I definitely need to have in my cupboard. Thank you, VariaTEA, for letting me try it and make up my own mind about it. I still have a serving left to decide how I feel about it!
Cold and hot are very similar tbh. Also, I hope the next cup is better :)