28Apr2014
Thé des Moines, Tibet
95-deg, 3 minutes
Served Two Cups
The scent of the dry leaves, the steeping liquid (at about 90 seconds) and even the fully soaked leaves which I seriously questioned on throwing out was phenomenal. Like the best perfume. Subtle floral and fruit on the nose. The scent of the steeped tea in the cup is a little stronger - cinnamon comes to mind. The flavor of the cup is stronger than I expected, but not at all bitter. I taste the hints of a mild english breakfast tea but with the influence of honey, cinnamon sticks, and darkened cherries. The Théophile Guide shows this as an all day tea, but this would be brilliant as a breakfast tea to accompany toasted sourdough with or without jam.
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