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California Tea House Yunnan Golden Buds

9.8/10 — 3 reviews

	Lynn's review: "The flavor was rich and complex, with notes of bittersweet chocolate, tobacco, malt, caramel, a surprising hint of smokiness, and a long wildflower honey and spring water finish, which lingered nicely in the mouth. " Read review »		9.5/10
	Vanessa's review: "This tea is slightly sweet, slightly malty, slightly peppery, and entirely delicious. Quite simply, this is what black tea should be. " Read review »		10/10
	Dan's review: "Once again, Yunnan Gold is an extraordinary tea, and CTH's offering is on the top end of the scale, while somehow maintaining one of the lowest costs among competitors. An extraordinary value that'll make you forget about any other black tea. This is all you need." Read review »		10/10

California Tea House Silver Needle

9.1/10 — 5 reviews

	Raven's review: "From the dewy brightness of orchid and clover scents and the spring like floral sweetness, its gentle nature is fresh and nourishing, not full but enchanting in its liveliness. " Read review »		9/10
	Katie's review: "Overall, the tea is rich and well-rounded, yet still very delicate." Read review »		9.4/10
	Lynn's review: "At first it’s almost like drinking spring water, but then the soft, sweet smoothness rolls back along the tongue, making itself known, with a slight woodsy undertone. " Read review »		9/10
	Dan's review: "I'm quite a fan of silver needle teas, and have had my fair share of them. They rarely stand out from the rest of their kind, but this one seems leaps and bounds ahead of the pack. " Read review »		8.9/10
	Lynn's review: ". . . a very good example of what a Silver Needle white should be!" Read review »		9/10

California Tea House Big Red Robe Oolong

9/10 — 2 reviews

	Laura's review: "I think that this one is a great choice for both seasoned oolong drinkers and those just venturing into rock oolong and a little wary of the roastedness. This one stands out because of its smoothness and sweetness." Read review »		9/10
	Dan's review: "Here is another shining example of complete and utter pure simplicity, perfected. As a bonus, each cup reveals new flavors and subtle differences." Read review »		9.0/10

California Tea House Vanilla Creme Earl Grey

8.8/10 — 3 reviews

	Laura's review: "The thing that makes this Vanilla Creme Earl Grey special is that the finish of the cup is almost that of a creamy lemon chiffon with a bit of pizazz. That lemon creme flavor lingers in your mouth long after each swallow." Read review »		10/10
	Dan's review: "This is probably one of my favorite Earl Grey teas. It is comparable to come other Cream Earl Greys that I've tried, but outshines them all in its elegance and simplicity, and mild, gentle, sweet flavors - all while maintaining that distinct bergamot spiciness underneath it all." Read review »		9/10
	Jamie's review: "This tea is mild bodied with a full vanilla flavor predominant and a nicely warm and spicy finish. I thought the pairing of flavors was well done." Read review »		7.5/10

California Tea House Lemon Meringue Pie

8.7/10 — 4 reviews

	Shaiha's review: "Delightful! With just a dab of rock sugar, you would swear that you were drinking a lemon meringue pie." Read review »		7.2/10
	Laura's review: "If you like rooibos, lemon and vanilla flavors, then this blend is not to be missed. It is a huge cup of yummo and I found myself all but licking the cup to get that last drop out of it." Read review »		9/10
	Raven's review: "The deep, toasty reddish brown brew beckoned just like pie fresh from the oven with sweet scents of vanilla tobacco, toffee and cooked lemon rind as if the meringue was caramelized. " Read review »		8.7/10
	Dan's review: "A little slice of heaven, right there in your cup." Read review »		9.8/10

California Tea House Chocolate Chai

8.7/10 — 4 reviews

	Chelsy's review: "A chai without cinnamon? Amazing! Chocolate Chai from the California Tea House is setting a new standard for spicy, milky black tea everywhere." Read review »		9.4/10
	JennH's review: "The flavors are dense in this herbal blend, but they’re also very well orchestrated so that makes for an enjoyable tea drinking experience. " Read review »		8.4/10
	Jamie's review: "I really loved the warm tickle of spice that resonated in the back of my throat after every sip and the good, hearty chocolate taste. " Read review »		8/10
	Vanessa's review: "I found the balance of ingredients to be just about perfect, as each ingredient's contribution can be appreciated and no one ingredient overpowers the blend. " Read review »		8.8/10

California Tea House Golden Monkey Paw

8.6/10 — 5 reviews

	Katie's review: "Wowsers B. Bowsers" Read review »		8.5/10
	Vanessa's review: "A tea that is sweet and slightly malty, and while I can see it having a devoted following, I am not sure it will be a hit with those that like a sturdy black tea. " Read review »		7.7/10
	Jamie's review: "It comes with a curious complexity that somehow makes me think of hikes in the northwest when the scent of the forest floor comes up a bit sweet and acidic with a slightly coniferous flavor to it - though not in a smoky sense." Read review »		8.0/10
	Lynn's review: "The resulting liquor was a rich reddish brown in color, with a rather flat aroma. The taste, however, was the sweetest I have experienced in a black tea, so sweet that I was tempted to forgo my usual splash of half and half. " Read review »		9.5/10
	Dan's review: "A seemingly-finicky tea that may be tricky to eek multiple infusions out of, and may possibly be greatly altered by the slightest fluctuations in temperature or steeping time. But when you catch it right, this is perhaps the tastiest cup of tea ever." Read review »		9.5/10

California Tea House Budda Hand Oolong

8.5/10 — 1 review

Vanessa's review:
"The tea had a broth-like quality , mildly astringency, and a lingering flowery finish; in all, a surprisingly tasty oolong that also featured many qualities of green tea."
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8.5/10

California Tea House Buddha Hand

8.4/10 — 3 reviews

	Dan's review: "A delicious oolong that should appeal to any oolong lover. It seems to last forever, with bold yet smooth, and often-buttery flavor." Read review »		7.8/10
	Jamie's review: " The second infusion surprised me into exclaiming aloud "It's completely different!" as I took my first sip. " Read review »		8/10
	Lynn's review: "Buddha’s Hand reminds me very much of Ti Guan Yin, with its combination of powerfully sweet fragrance and sharper-edged flavor. " Read review »		9.5/10

California Tea House Marmalade Pu-Erh

8.2/10 — 1 review

Katie's review:
"Sweet candied orange backed by a subtle pu-erh earthiness."
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8.2/10

California Tea House Bedtime Chai

8.2/10 — 2 reviews

	Melanie's review: "What amazes me is that this tea not only helps induce sleep, it tastes wonderful. I think California Tea House did a great job of combining healthy function, with taste." Read review »		9.5/10
	Vanessa's review: "There was alot going on with the different flavors and I don't think the various components came together seamlessly. However, I will note that as far as functionality goes, this tea made me sleepy for several hours. " Read review »		6.8/10

California Tea House Tiramisu

7.9/10 — 9 reviews

	Katie's review: "It suits its name well." Read review »		7.5/10
	Shaiha's review: "With the addition of cream and rock sugar it truly makes for a luscious desert tea." Read review »		7.3/10
	Sophie's review: "The rich chocolatey sweetness plays very nicely with the rooibos' nutty tones. For those who like desert teas, this is a definite winner." Read review »		8.8/10
	Chelsy's review: "Italian dessert in a deliciously aromatic cup." Read review »		8.7/10
	Jamie's review: "Bold tastes include distinct flavors of creamy vanilla, a boozy sort of chocolatey-coffee goodness, and a sort of hot caramel taste that is pretty mind boggling. " Read review »		8.5/10
	Laura's review: "One of things that I think this blend actually offers is a bit of versatility in that the creaminess really brings out a different dimension in the cup, but it is excellent regardless." Read review »		7/10
	Vanessa's review: "This is rich, hearty, and (more than) sweet enough to fully satisfy as a dessert. My main (and only) issue with this tea is that the sweetness of this tea may be a turnoff for some." Read review »		7.5/10
	Kari's review: "This is a rum tasting rooibos blend with a sweet taste." Read review »		7/10
	Emma's review: "The tea is infused with white cocoa butter splits, toffee, cocoa, and sugared hazelnuts. Yum!! " Read review »		9/10

California Tea House Daughter Ring

7.7/10 — 3 reviews

	Jamie's review: "My overall impression of this delightful to look at (and taste) tea is one that is green and lightly vegetal with a lightly roasted flavor featuring hints of charcoal. " Read review »		7.5/10
	Vanessa's review: "Having the vegetal properties of a green tea and the muted nuttiness of a white tea, Daughter Ring straddles the fine line between green and white teas." Read review »		7.5/10
	Dan's review: "To me, this is a green tea that acts just like a white. The flavors are subtle, and it's sweet - not vegetal. The presentation is unique, there are a few surprises along the way, and the longevity of enduring 3 infusions makes it a great value." Read review »		8.0/10

California Tea House Jasmine Pearl

7.6/10 — 4 reviews

	Chelsy's review: "Jasmine petals that are romanticised in to the Dragon Pearl green leaves relinquish a gentle ladylike allure, subtly hinting that there is more than meets the eye. " Read review »		7.5/10
	Sophie's review: "A pleasantly buttery green tea with a hint of jasmine to it, rather than a blend where the floral flavour takes centre stage." Read review »		6.3/10
	Shaiha's review: "Jasmine Pearls as close to perfection that I have found in a Jasmine green tea." Read review »		9.1/10
	Dan's review: "A delicious Jasmine-infused green tea that is strong on the Jasmine - which is A-OK by me. Sweet, smooth, and tasty." Read review »		7.5/10

California Tea House White Monkey Paw

7.5/10 — 5 reviews

	Steven's review: "This is the type of tea I could drink every morning." Read review »		7.5/10
	Laura's review: "The leaf seems to be of a decent quality and I do think that this is one of the better green teas that I've tried in large part because it doesn't cross the line into being too vegetal for me." Read review »		7.6/10
	Troy's review: "Welcome to Veggie-town, Population You." Read review »		7/10
	Shaiha's review: "An unique green tea whose personality changes depending on the amount of tea leaves used." Read review »		7/10
	Lynn's review: "The word that came to mind with the first sip was 'impact.'" Read review »		8.5/10

California Tea House Fujian New Craft

7.2/10 — 3 reviews

	Katie's review: "I probably wouldn't buy more for myself, but I am glad I had the opportunity to try it." Read review »		6.7/10
	Vanessa's review: "Even though it is a white tea, for all intents and purposes, this tea smells and tastes like a Fujian black tea: it is rich and hearty with a very sweet chocolatey taste. " Read review »		8.0/10
	Dan's review: "A pleasant white, with some bold characteristics that seem to set it apart from the pack. If you are looking for silver needle elegancy, look elsewhere. Yet if you are looking for earl grey intensity, you will also need to look elsewhere." Read review »		7.0/10

California Tea House Apricot Chai

7.1/10 — 5 reviews

	Melanie's review: "The smell of the apricots and peaches is so warming and fresh. I added a little honey and some milk and it was a lovely cup of tea! " Read review »		6.5/10
	JennH's review: "Apricot Chai from California Tea House was not the chai I was expecting, but it's still my cup of tea. " Read review »		7.8/10
	Jamie's review: " If I were to buy this expecting a chai tea (even given that there are all sorts of ways to blend a chai), I would be sorely disappointed. Given that this tea is touted as an aphrodisiac blend, that's probably not the best start to things." Read review »		6/10
	Shaiha's review: "This is a really rich apricot tea with hints of vanilla." Read review »		7.0/10
	Vanessa's review: "This tea is more about the fruit and the fruity sweetness than it is about chai spiciness. " Read review »		8/10

California Tea House Organic Darjeeling

7/10 — 4 reviews

	Vanessa's review: "A fairly lively brew and not a bad representative of a Darjeeling second flush tea. I picked up on flavors of muscadine, grains, smokiness and a little sweetness in the aftertaste." Read review »		7/10
	Nicole's review: "This tea had the typical fruity “muscatel” flavor profile of a Darjeeling but with an additional peppery element more common in Yunnan teas." Read review »		8/10
	Jamie's review: "An acceptable tasting tea but not particularly distinguished or exhibiting the floral, sweet fruity complexity I've come to expect as hallmarks of Darjeelings. " Read review »		5/10
	Dan's review: "This is some fine Himalayan Mountains tea, that transports you above the clouds, and is perfect for an early morning cup." Read review »		8/10

California Tea House Lime in the Coconut Green Tea

6.6/10 — 5 reviews

	Erika's review: "Sip, relax, daydream, and repeat." Read review »		8/10
	Katie's review: "The cup isn't much like what I expected, and is more mellow than I prefer." Read review »		5.6/10
	Laura's review: "I feel that the coconut provides the perfect backdrop to the key lime flavor making this a tasty tropical cup." Read review »		7.6/10
	Lynn's review: "As much as I loved the fragrance of this tea, I'm sorry to say the flavor just didn't live up to its promise. " Read review »		6/10
	Vanessa's review: "I really wouldn't recommend this tea as a hot beverage, but it does make for a decent, iced tea. My main issue with this tea is that I would have liked to see a gentler green tea that better complemented the light tropical flavors." Read review »		6.0/10

California Tea House Chunky Cherry

6.6/10 — 2 reviews

	Katie's review: "Despite this being somewhat simple, it does deliver on the flavour it says it will, and it's even a realistic cherry taste. " Read review »		6.3/10
	Alexa's review: "Despite having a strong cherry smell, the flavor is very natural. The slightly astringent sencha and sweet cherry is a good marriage." Read review »		6.8/10

California Teahouse Organic Dragonwell

3.5/10 — 1 review

Daniel's review:
"Subtly in the first brew and especially in any proceeding, the liquor is sharp, harsh, and almost acidic - all features far from the muted sweet and roasted notes of a praise-worthy Dragonwell. "
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3.5/10

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