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This is from a different sample (most likely different harvest) than the one I reviewed before. The sample came with an order at the end of 2014, so the tea is likely from earlier in 2014. Finally getting around to finishing it now.

I have to say that with this batch, the flavor profile isn’t as complex as the one I made the earlier note for. It’s still a decently good oolong, with a bright floral feel to it, and this time it reminds me more of a tieguanyin than anything. Leans on the greener side, with a hint of roastiness in the finish. One can’t expect teas harvested from the same region or even the same plant to be the same year after year, so some variations like this are to be expected.

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I grew up in a tea-loving family, and tea has always been a part of daily life. I’m still astounded by the amount of tea and teaware back home every time I visit! While I’m most familiar with straight Chinese teas, I’m growing to explore and appreciate other types of tea, including blended and flavored ones. A good blend can reflect the thought and creativity that was put into making it, instead of being too sweet or busy in a way that gives the “genre” a bad rap.

Likes:
-most black teas (even lapsang)
-most oolongs, especially Fujian teas, baozhong and dancong
-houjicha
-straight white teas
-citrus
-almond/amaretto
-coconut
-vanilla

Variable (some are great, some not so):
-most green teas
-tie guan yin
-flavored white teas
-assam
-rooibos
-melon
-mint
-grape

Ratings:
90-100: definite repurchase if possible, recommended
80-90: enjoyed, possible repurchase
70-80: fair to good
60-70: fair with some shortcomings
50-60: there’s still a chance I’d take this if it were free
under 50: absolutely not

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