Product and Tea Reviews
Reviews of various products related to tea, including foods, tea preparation equipment, teas, and herbals.
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Review — Herbal Chamomile by Harney & Sons
Name: Herbal Chamomile Brand: Harney & Sons Type: Herbal tisane Form: Silken pyramid tea bags Review: There are times when even the most die-hard tea lover has to say “enough” to true tea and take the time to enjoy an herbal tisane. Sometimes the the caffeine gets to you, other times the tannic acid gets… Continue reading
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Review — Hot Cinnamon Spice from Harney & Sons
Name: Hot Cinnamon Spice Brand: Harney & Sons Type: Black tea, flavored Form: Silken pyramid tea bags Review: Black tea blended with orange, cinnamon and clove is probably one of the most, if not the most, beloved tea flavor blends available. There are several variations on the market, each with its own quirks that make… Continue reading
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Book Review — “The Ultimate Tea Diet”
Drink tea. Lose weight. Can it really be that easy? Well, it’s probably a bit of a stretch, but if we’re to believe Mark “Dr. Tea” Ukra, author of the book, The Ultimate Tea Diet: How Tea Can Boost Your Metabolism, Shrink Your Appetite, and Kick-Start Remarkable Weight Loss, it’s not all that far from… Continue reading
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Review — Mint Verbena by Harney & Sons
Name: Mint Verbena Brand: Harney & Sons Type: Herbal tisane Form: Silken pyramid tea bags Review: Spring is here and it is time to start drinking lighter, more refreshing tisanes. Of course, it is also a big bonus when the tisane works equally well as a hot drink for colder nights and as an iced… Continue reading
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Review — Golden Moon Imperial Formosa
The Subject: Imperial Formosa Oolong Tea from Golden Moon Teas Water temperature: 212° F Steeping time: 5 minutes Tea type: Oolong (semi-fermented) Scents, flavorings, etc.: No added scents or flavorings Aroma, dry: Fresh, mild, slightly smoky, earthy Aroma in the cup, plain: Fresh, mild, slightly smoky, earthy Taste, plain: Fresh, mild, slightly smoky, earthy Aroma… Continue reading
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Ntingwe Kwazulu Tea from Taylors of Harrogate
Let me say instantly, for those who like to get to the point: I really like Ntingwe Kwazulu tea from Taylors of Harrogate and recommend it highly. The blurb on the package says: “This tea has a fresh, brisk flavor and a bright liquor.” I say yes to the fresh and bright liquor, however I… Continue reading
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Review — Harney & Sons Organic Assam
Name: Organic Assam Brand: Harney & Sons Type: Black tea, Assam Form: Silken Teabags Review: Assam is a tea that I have a love/hate relationship with. A truly good Assam is a wonderful thing: A great palate cleanser after a big breakfast, a wonderful pairing with chocolate, and a sturdy, bracing drink any time of… Continue reading
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Review — Scottish Breakfast Tea
The Subject: Scottish Breakfast Tea from The English Tea Store. Water temperature: 212° F Steeping time: 5 minutes Tea type: Black blend Scents, flavorings, etc.: Nothing added Aroma, dry: Earthy, planty, good basic black tea smell Aroma in the cup, plain: Full-bodied, expected yet distinct from other Breakfast Blends Taste, plain: Full-bodied, flavorful, slightly bitter,… Continue reading
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Review — Borengajuli Estate Tea
The Subject: Borengajuli Estate Tea Water temperature: 212° F Steeping time: 5 minutes (actually, 3 minutes might be better) Tea type: Black Scents, flavorings, etc.: Nothing added Aroma, dry: Fresh, planty tea smell, fragrant Aroma in the cup, plain: Planty tea smell Taste, plain: Strong, somewhat bitter, Aroma in the cup, enhanced: Milk and sweetener… Continue reading
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Organic Monk’s Blend by English Tea Store
Name: Organic Monk’s Blend Brand: English Tea Store Type: Black tea, flavored Form: Loose leaf Review: Now I know what monks get up to in their spare time. They add grenadine to black tea to make everyone’s life a little sweeter. OK, well, maybe I am being corny, but this is a really nice tea.… Continue reading
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