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Japanese black |
12/9/2019 |
The steeped leaves have a delicious malty aroma. If you like Assam teas or Irish Breakfast blends, you might enjoy this one. The brewed tea smells faintly like mushrooms and maybe soy sauce, in a pleasant way. I drank it straight, definitely astringent. Would probably handle milk well.
The flavor has hints of savory vegetable broth. It reminds me of some biluochun (green) I have from Shandong province. That would go along with the other review that says it tastes like a black from people who make green! |
- Nick B, CT |
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Japan's Black Tea |
11/1/2019 |
Japan is obviously more known for green tea production, however their (first?) black tea here is interesting. The description above is pretty spot on, but it does taste a bit like a tea from an estate more accustomed to green than black, and would benefit from a bit more body. Not a bad quality leaf though, worth trying. |
- Peter, CT |
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An agreeable black tea |
8/21/2019 |
S&V's description for this tea is spot on. It has a woodsy aroma with a slight hint of berries when dry and looks quite lovely in the cup. It's not overly astringent or malty to me; just a good smooth cup! I would say it's perfect for an everyday sip. |
- Sarah D, OH |
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