I can’t comment on what the dry leaves smell like because this tea was influenced by the ones it was stored with. But the leaves themselves look great! Classic, green Bai Mu Dan leaves. I’ve had a couple strawberry-flavored green teas recently, so I’m looking forward to a white tea version.
The brewed aroma is light strawberry syrup. The taste is mostly lovely Bai Mu Dan with a light, sweet, strawberry flavor at the end of the sip. I don’t usually like flavored whites, but this is pretty darn good!
I have to say that I think I understand the oddity Mercuryhime describes when this tea is hot. The strawberry flavor is different and not what I expected. I don’t want to say artificial because that has a negative connotation. But it definitely doesn’t taste like biting into a ripe strawberry. The only way I can think to describe it is “syrup.” It tastes syrup-y.
Syrup or not, this tea is yum! What a nice surprise from a box full of goodies! I just might have to add this to my next tea order. Thanks to Mercuryhime for sending me this sample! You’ve introduced me to a great new tea vendor!
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You’re welcome!
Also, try cold brewing it. So tasty!
I’ll do that next. How long should I cold brew it for? This will be my first time trying that method.
Overnight or longer. I like to go 24 hours. Use less water than you think you need. You can add more if you need to. Good luck!
You’re welcome!
Also, try cold brewing it. So tasty!
I’ll do that next. How long should I cold brew it for? This will be my first time trying that method.
Overnight or longer. I like to go 24 hours. Use less water than you think you need. You can add more if you need to. Good luck!