First impression: There’s a lot of rose petals and big chunks of vanilla bean pod amongst the rooibos.
I’m actually really excited about the amount of vanilla pod in here — there’s probably 3 pieces totalling just over an inch of vanilla bean in the teaspoon of a half of leaf that went in my steeper. As a result, this is easily the creamiest cup of rooibos I’ve ever had.
Despite the amount of rose in the blend, there wasn’t an overwhelming amount of rose flavor. It was balanced and just about right. It adds a floral sweetness to the cup and seems to temper the rooibos some.
Even so there’s definitely a rooibos flavor present, as well, but I’m not finding it strong enough to be offensive, in spite of not caring for rooibos.
I feel weird recommending a rooibos, but this is what I want from a vanilla tea.
I still haven’t tried the Victorian Vanilla yet. I should do that this afternoon!
Oh, I’d love it if you included some of the Victorian Vanilla in the HH teabox, when it gets to you! That probably won’t still be in the box when it gets to me, but that’s okay. :D
I will definitely! Its not even up for discussion. I will make sure you get some!