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Expensive but delicious |
August 17, 2009 |
| Reviewer:
Ben L
from Portland, OR United States
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I was excited to try Hawaiian tea and this was my first chance. It's expensive but of very high quality: all unbroken, some variety in color/shape, fruity aroma dry.
Brewed 2 tsp and found delicate bright-golden liquor to match Samovar's description. First impression was salmon flavor but no hint of fishiness. No idea why, but it lasts through the cup (turns toward dark berry) and is delightful. Familiar aroma of tropical fruit, but can't name it. Lightly minty (instead of astringency?) as tea cools. Overall very floral. Had hoped for bolder, Assam-like tea, but in its realm this is A#1.
I look forward to trying w/ milk+sugar, but may need more tea per cup. I am very interested to try blending, though wary of wasting it. "Special treat" tea, but well worth cost to experience infancy of a new tea industry. My first experience with Samovar, this was an A+.
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