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Back home with my stash so back to experimenting with teapops as opposed to making up for my lack of tea with tequila shots and beer.

Unfortunately, when I made this one, I used the last of the bottle of San Pellegrino I was drinking in the car and it had gone flat so this is like an iced tea with a hint of fizz. I also had an issue with brewing which resulted in tea leaves everywhere and stuff getting knocked out of the steeper. So, the end result is not anywhere what it could be as this is a little bit bland. I am getting mostly smokey water until the very end of the sip when the tiniest bit of honeyed cherries sneaks in. Interesting thought I will definitely need to try this again another time.

Speaking of trying things again. On Wednesday I mentioned placing a tea order. When I did, I got a confirmation number but opted to not write it down figuring that it would be sent to me, along with a receipt, via email like all the other tea orders I have made however I have heard nothing from the company since then. No emails and I keep checking my bank account to see if the transaction is posted and nothing. Plus, it was supposed to be delivered Friday and nothing showed. I tried calling the company but it was late and being from Quebec, the only English on their answering service was when they said their name. So now I’m wondering if I should wait to see if the package shows or if I should try placing the order again or maybe calling them to see what happened. Thoughts? Anyone every deal with Tea Taxi before?

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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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