When I tap way back into my memory, I think a cinnamon-orange tea, perhaps by Celestial Seasonings or Bigelow, was one of the first flavored teas I really fell in love with. Over the years, it's a flavor combination I return to, and so of course I was more than open to reviewing K Teas' Orange Spice Black Tea. At the time of writing this review, K Teas does not have this tea listed on their online store, so I assume that this must be a newer blend that will soon be unveiled on their website. Because it is not listed, I can't know for sure what the ingredients are, but taking advantage of my trusty senses, I am betting that the ingredients list reads: black tea, orange peel, cinnamon. The cinnamon aroma is sweet and inviting, reminding me a bit of the spicy fragrances of holiday gift shops. I brewed this tea in boiling water for three minutes and was rather pleased with the results. The tea's flavor is strong, but not too potent, and both the orange and cinnamon play nicely together. Because the cinnamon fragrance was rather sweet, I expected the flavor of this tea to be naturally sweet on its own as well. However, I found that adding a packet of sugar was needed to smooth out the cinnamon flavor. This is a comforting tea that I see best being consumed during winter months and rainy days. If you are interested in preparing this as a hot tea, I would recommend experimenting with a reduced volume of leaves and/or a shorter infusion time in order to achieve a more lightly flavored brew. Bottom line: this is a really tasty tea with just enough orange and spice to satisfy the taste buds.

— To purchase KTeas Orange Spice Black Tea, or for more specific information on ingredients or the story behind this particular tea, click here to go directly to the manufacturer's web site.

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