“Bold, Brash, Brisk, Bitter. The 4 B’s. None are in a BAD way. But I might tinker with this one a bit more – so this rating might change. And I only infused for about a minute! Just a heads-up!” Read full tasting note
“This was the last of my black tea samples from Upton. It brewed up strong yet it was not too bold. It was eye-opening and invigorating. As far as CTC teas go, this was a pleasant suprise. Rich...” Read full tasting note
“This tea is in small little pellets like grapenuts. It is a bold, robust, and chewy tea with a caramel note at first sip. I was really surprised at this tea. There was no bitterness and a touch of...” Read full tasting note
“Tea of the morning here, 2/4 of Upton’s assam sampler. I don’t have a lot of experience with CTC’s aside from knowing they are produced in a different way than orthodox teas so here’s a short...” Read full tasting note
A bold CTC style tea with rich flavor. The dark liquor will readily take milk. Especially suited as a bracing morning tea.
Origin:
India
Steeping Suggestions: –
Leaf Quantity: 2¼ g/cup
Water Temp: 212° (boiling)
Steep Time: 3 min.
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