The toasty apricot flavors become stronger by the third steep. The taste is still very strong. It can probably go several more steeps. The creaminess has faded to the background but it is still very smooth.
I’m lowering the rating here because I’m not really a fan of the more oxidized teas and this oolong is probably on the edge of being a black tea. It’s still enjoyable though.
I came from a tea drinking family, but I never appreciated the different qualities and varieties of tea until older. All that time wasted! But I guess I needed to be mature enough to appreciate the tea experience. :)
My favorite teas are green oolongs and white tea. I also love greens, especially gyokuro. I have a huge appreciation for rooibos and honeybush as they are often that only thing I can drink in the evening. I am a relatively new convert to black teas. This is unfortunate for my wallet but extremely wonderful for my palate. :)
In any case, I have a love for both flavored and unflavored teas. They are different experiences for sure, but both enjoyable. I find that it often depends on my mood.
I am on a quest to find a tea that will win my husband over. I think I’m making some headway…
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