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VariaTEA drank S'mores by Della Terra Teas

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I was so excited to try this one so when my package from Roswell Strange arrived I ran to the kettle to get the water boiling. I was a little let down because I was expecting more of the s’mores flavor but I mostly just got black tea. Perhaps if I brew it in water that has cooled a bit it the flavors might come out more? Or perhaps my issue was I brewed it a little too long which I just noticed reading the info about the tea. One the plus side, the smell and aftertaste were distinctly marshmallow which was nice. I am glad there is more in the sample I got so that I can experiment with this tea. Thanks Roswell Strange!!

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Roswell Strange
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I personally think this is best with a very short steep time. The longer you steep it, the more the black tea drowns out the other flavours.

VariaTEA
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I brewed it for 4 minutes because I made Santa’s Secret at the same time and didn’t pay as much attention to the brewing instructions as I should have. Luckily you fit enough into the tiny bag that I can have at least one or two more cups.

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Roswell Strange
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I personally think this is best with a very short steep time. The longer you steep it, the more the black tea drowns out the other flavours.

VariaTEA
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My cupboard has grown exponentially since joining this site and I have a lot to share. Feel free to snoop through my cupboard and message me if anything interests you – I am always happy to swap!

For me, flavored teas are definitely my sweet spot. I will most often reach for black teas and rooibos or honeybush blends but I do keep some flavored whites and greens around for when the mood strikes. I have a few herbals/tisanes but most of the time I find myself disappointed by them as they often smell deliciously sweet and then end up tasting tart/sour. I have a little bit of an aversion to pu’erh and oolong teas. I am also wary of florals, earl greys, and chai teas. I do not like overpowering citrus flavors nor do I usually like hibiscus, licorice or chamomile. I love dessert teas – caramel, vanilla, toffee, cookie, cream, and other sweet flavors make me smile. Fruits like strawberry, peach, mango, and pineapples will often catch my attention as well.

I have also realized that although I really enjoy adding frothed milk to some of my teas, if I do not like the tea with zero additives (just in plain water without milk or sugar), I probably won’t drink it. The one exception is flavored matchas which I will happily drink in cold milk if I do not like it mixed with hot water. My theory is if the tea can’t stand on its own then it is not for me and I will more than likely try to swap it out for something else.

Tea Ratings Guide (as of December 10, 2017)
90-100 Teas I NEED on hand at all times
80-89 Teas I want to keep around for a cup every now and then
70-79 Teas I am glad I have around and can experiment with but probably don’t need more than what’s in my cupboard
60-69 Teas I would not turn down a cup of from a friend but that would probably be enough
50-59 Teas I can see why someone would enjoy but are not for me
Under 50 Teas I really did not like and most likely got dumped

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