I brewed this a little hotter than usual. This kicked the fruity notes down a notch, but really brought out the oolong base, which is ridiculously good. And it re-steeps so well. In my last review I reminded myself to try this cold. I hereby re-remind myself; I just have to finish the huge pitcher …
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Ripe Mango Oolong – Lupicia
This tea just kills me. The first time I made it, I was on holiday in Maui and got distracted by something (so many tall, tanned distractions in Maui) leaving the poor oolong to steep for 25 minutes. It was SO bitter… and it was still so good I couldn’t help drinking it. Then I …
Soothing Strawberry Oolong – Teavana
This is tea #2 from the selection of four I first talked about in this post: Raspberry Mint Herbal – Teavana The scent is fairly subtle, half grassy and half freeze-dried strawberry. The tea itself is rolled oolong; I tend to find the leafy kind more soothing – all that rolling-out action reminds me of …
Momo Oolong Super Grade – Lupicia
This is a very lovely Lupicia oolong. It has just the right balance of fruity and floral. The peach is definitely present and noticeable, but not overbearing. For me, the first taste is more complex, while the peach note is what lingers. Works well to re-steep; triple steep, however, not so much. This is another …