This is my first ever Darjeeling first flush black tea––I’ve only had Chinese black teas before this.
Lovely aroma, malted sugar and toasted nutty, reminds me of Golden Monkey black tea. The wet leaf itself gives off a divine floral bouquet. But the taste of the liquor is totally average. I used a bit too much water to leaf, but even so it’s slightly on the astringent side. I can see tea beginners enjoying this, and maybe it pairs well with savoury food but not so good with yoghurt and granola.
Brewed 2.5g of leaf in 8oz of water at 190˚F for 4:45. Next time I’ll try 6oz of water at 185˚F. Then will try adding honey or lemon.
Rating: 70
Flavors: Floral, Malt, Nuts
Preparation
190 °F / 87 °C
4 min, 45 sec
2 g
8 OZ / 236 ML
