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drank Sweet Pumpkin Chai by Cuppa Geek
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CuppaGeek Advent Calendar – Day 16

My study-time tea. I am using the Pomodoro technique of studying where its 25 mins on, 5 mins off and then after so many cycles you get a longer break. It helps. Breaks it up so its not unbearable and overwhelming. However, that 5 minutes goes fast! Very fast! Like I am already in my final 1 minute, 30 seconds fast. So quickly, before my time is up…

I love Cuppa Geek’s other Pumpkin Chai tea so I was interested to see how this would compare. I have to say, I definitely prefer the other. This one isn’t bad and definitely have some cardamom lingering on my tongue but overall I like the balance of spice in the other. Also, I think the honeybush adds a sweetness here that I could do without.
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Courtney
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I am also using this technique hahs!

Lexie Aleah
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I took a Study Skills class last term and my Professor had us create study blocks with a minimum of 2-3 hours before having a lengthy break. It’s interesting to see different techniques.

Martin Bednář
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I guess that could work for me as well, I will try it during preparation for exam on 4th of January.

VariaTEA
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@Courtney, a friend told me about it and I was skeptical but I feel like it actually helps me focus and get through a lot!

@Lexie Aleah, I feel like I take a while to get into studying normally and then I hyper focus for that long and then have time getting back into it when I break. The Pomodoro method seems more sustainable…I think. But I suppose we are all different.

@Martin Bednar, I hope it helps!!

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Courtney
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I am also using this technique hahs!

Lexie Aleah
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I took a Study Skills class last term and my Professor had us create study blocks with a minimum of 2-3 hours before having a lengthy break. It’s interesting to see different techniques.

Martin Bednář
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I guess that could work for me as well, I will try it during preparation for exam on 4th of January.

VariaTEA
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@Courtney, a friend told me about it and I was skeptical but I feel like it actually helps me focus and get through a lot!

@Lexie Aleah, I feel like I take a while to get into studying normally and then I hyper focus for that long and then have time getting back into it when I break. The Pomodoro method seems more sustainable…I think. But I suppose we are all different.

@Martin Bednar, I hope it helps!!

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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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