This was a new variety for me, but the sweet and smooth maltiness made for a tasty cup. I’ve never tried a purple before, but I wasn’t able to notice much difference between it and the other Oolongs in my cupboard. Maybe it influenced the milder, gentler flavor, or the fruity notes? Whatever it was, it was a nice way to start the day!

You can see pictures here:
http://wordsabouttea.blogspot.com/2014/11/kenya-hand-rolled-purple-varietal.html

Preparation
175 °F / 79 °C 3 min, 0 sec 3 tsp 16 OZ / 473 ML

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Feel free to browse my cupboard if you’re interested in swapping, but all the mate and pu-erh in our household is my husband’s.

For swapping purposes, please note the apple allergy. Thank you!

I tried to limit my cupboard to teas that were 1oz or larger, but that was a gorgeous failure in terms of swap communication. It’s all going back up.

Okay, I just feel wrong trying to grade things without a rubric – it’s too inconsistent! So, here is the grading breakdown:

0-50: Dump it!
50-60: I might finish the cup
60-70: Possibly finish the pot
70-80: I may keep this on hand
80-90: Cupboard space guaranteed
90-100: Poetry may be involved!

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