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Traditional Assam |
7/22/2018 |
This tea has everything a traditional Assam should bring to the table, yet it is not overly dark or harsh. Of course, takes milk very well, but can also be enjoyed without. Definitely a fine Assam that I would recommend highly. |
THOMAS Z |
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Smooth |
12/11/2016 |
A great Assam. Very smooth, yet it is not weak. It has a touch of astringency. It runs neck and neck with the Belseri. |
- Mr. T., MO |
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Excellent |
9/6/2016 |
This tea is everything an Assam should be, malty, tippy, bold, smooth all at once. |
- NICK*, NY |
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Uncommonly Good |
1/31/2016 |
If you try or drink only one Assam let it be Harmutty. This is a full-bodied sweet Assam that needs nothing added. Its a very tippy tea which is the way I like it. Sometimes I splurge on a few ounces of pure golden tips. It isnt often because its so very expensive at $180 a pound. Now that Ive discovered Harmutty I can cut back or cut out those golden tips. This tea is just as good and a fraction of the price.
It has the usual Assam malty taste, the right amount of astringency and a wonderful golden honey taste. There also seems to be a slight taste of almonds.
I call this tea my liquid gold. Its definitely a gloom buster and mood booster. |
- EAL, OH |
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Tied for Best of Show |
3/20/2015 |
I just completed a taste testing of approximately 8 Assams from SV. I did 2 ounces of each so I could do several tastings of each, in case the water temperature, quantity of tea, brewing time, etc. varied from one to another. This wondrous brew is tied for first place, with, in my rating 9.5/10. Here is my description: OMG taste, tannins, malty, rich, deep, superb. |
- Cynthia Gillis, KS |
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The best Assam |
12/5/2014 |
The Harmutty is my favorite S&V Assam. It has the deep, strong, malty flavor and aroma associated with the best Assams. It is exceptional on its own, and I find that it also goes well with cream and sweetener, especially if I brew it for 4 and a half minutes. Even with this extended brewing, the taste is still smooth and not bitter or acidic. |
JIM P. |
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Exceptional! |
2/9/2014 |
This is one of the best Assams I have tasted! The usual bold Assam qualities but very smooth and flavorful. There are hints of spices ... clove, you will notice but they are subtle. Nothing overpowering ... this is a well balanced, self-drinking tea, indeed. Perfect any time of day. It impressed me more than the first flush Margarets Hope. MH is a Darjeeling but I mean generally. When you find an estate, unblended tea like this, you have fortunate stars shining. I hope S&V can continue getting this one! |
- Brad Clark, MD |
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