I think this was better when it was hot. It was still missing something in the first half of the sip before it transitioned to a nice finish, but the issue becomes more prominent when the cup has cooled. Maybe it’s the rooibos that is distracting me. It definitely has come out more in the cooled cup. I was getting a buttery flavor with a hint of toffee, but it wasn’t as strong or bold of a presence as I would like. There is also a sweetness to it… stevia? Super glad to have had the chance to try this (thanks to VariaTea), but I don’t think this one is for me.
Preparation
205 °F / 96 °C
5 min, 0 sec
Perhaps maple? She really likes adding maple crystals into her tea and sometimes it works and other times it very much doesn’t.
Ah! Yeah, maybe! I might be able to get into it more if I think maple.