"At first taste it is surprisingly light, but there is enough detectable body to add fullness." Numi’s Teaview: 9/10 Other Teaviews: Vanessa gave it 9/10, Babette gave it 7/10, Shelly gave it 9/10, Kari gave it 8/10, Troy gave it 7/10 Your Reviews: Add your review »

This smells delectable. There’s something earthy, slightly spicy and green in it with a streak of floral. The buds are beautiful long rolls that, once steeped, become a little paler green from their deeper dried shade. Rishi Tea’s website says these leaves were harvested from Yunnan’s old growth forest tea trees and it’s easy to imagine the connection; it’s more dark earth than a park in sunshine, more shaded greenery than blooming flowers. The scent is much more full-bodied than I expected; with a name like “emerald lily” I think I expected something lighter and greener, not so smooth and complex. Some teas are so light and substance-free, they have almost a cryogenic effect on creative thought; not a result I look forward to. The initial scents are stronger than the body. At first taste it is surprisingly light, but there is enough detectable body to add fullness. The taste is more similar to an oolong than a green tea to me. There is a little dryness, but it adds to the complexity and still feels replenishing. This is definitely a contemplative tea. If I were to ascribe magical qualities to it I would use words like “unblock”, “clarify”, “streamline”—words that unfortunately are better suited to a laxative bottle, not this. Ok so it’s not magic, but it does deserve to be enjoyed, not thrown back between meetings. It’s an excellent choice for meditative moods or memorable chats with loved ones.

— To purchase Rishi Tea Ancient Emerald Green Lily, or for more specific information on ingredients or the story behind this particular blend, click here to go directly to the manufacturer's web site.

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