May 14
Cindy’s Teaview Snapshot
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8.5/10
If you are even a bit like myself and the story of a tea is almost as enjoyable as the tea itself, then you should take some time to tour The Simple Leaf’s website. Interesting information is included about the growing area, traditions and in some cases even the families owning the tea estates. In the case of their Honeybee, I learned that it is produced in tiny quantities at the Meghma Tea Estate, which is one of the highest and most remote tea producing areas in the world. These facts along with the delicate beauty and lightly sweet aroma of the hand rolled leaves, lead me to believe that I am in for a tea lover’s delight.After allowing the leaves to brew, I was a bit too anxious to try this one and while at its hottest, it came across as a bit vegetal to me. As I am not one who generally prefers a vegetal tasting tea, I managed to allow my cup to cool a bit before trying again. The difference was amazing! Once it has cooled, I was able to appreciate the slight honeylike sweetness as well as what I finally decided tasted a bit like a red grape at the end of the sip.
This is not a bold oolong but rather smooth and delicate. While I am sure it would be delicious at any time and place, to be really appreciated it deserves the honor and respect of being savored during moments of quiet contemplation.
— To purchase The Simple Leaf Honeybee Oolong, 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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