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The dry “bud” has a nice woodsy smell. I was eager to get home to brew it. The wet bud was a little musty but had a sweet cedar aroma. I did not know how long to brew it so I did it for 3 mins. It seemed to be enough to get the flavor from the buds. I don’t know what to say about the tea…I might have to come back to it.

After drinking this again I can see how this tea can grow on you. I have steeped it 6 times. 2mins,5mins,10mins,15mins,20mins, 1 hour. The buds really do take off on the flavor. I will have to try the new silver buds.

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Spoonvonstup

Regarding steep time on this one: if you’re making it in a pot, you could definitely steep to 5 min or more. I bring this to work a lot and just let is sit in my cup (refilling water throughout the day)- it does not get bitter at all, only stronger and sweeter.

BTVSGal

Good to know. I went ahead a brewed it for 5 mins. I’m getting more from it now. Thanks.

Nathaniel Gruber

Yeah, it’s amazing how indestructible this tea is. I’ve never reached the end of it even after steeping it for hours and hours.

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Spoonvonstup

Regarding steep time on this one: if you’re making it in a pot, you could definitely steep to 5 min or more. I bring this to work a lot and just let is sit in my cup (refilling water throughout the day)- it does not get bitter at all, only stronger and sweeter.

BTVSGal

Good to know. I went ahead a brewed it for 5 mins. I’m getting more from it now. Thanks.

Nathaniel Gruber

Yeah, it’s amazing how indestructible this tea is. I’ve never reached the end of it even after steeping it for hours and hours.

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