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060/365

Thought it was about time I got around to this one, since I can’t actually remember when I bought it. Probably a _long_time ago. It was unopened, until today, and properly sealed, so I’m not too worried. I bought this one originally because I love blueberries, especially in tea, and because dolphin sprinkles. I have to admit to being slightly disappointed on that score, though, because I struggled to find one in my bag. I did eventually, but it’s quite a deformed dolphin to say the least – nothing like the ones in the picture. Maybe I can’t judge a tea by its dolphin sprinkles (that would be irresponsible) but there are no blue cornflowers either. As it turns out, not so big blue…

The flavour rescues this one, because it’s really very good. Sweet, juicy blueberry up front, with a deeper, darker, earthier, somehow more berry-ish blackberry towards the end of the sip. I think there are supposed to be blackcurrants, as well, but if they’re there then they’re a little lost. Not that I mind – blueberry and blackberry rule the day here, and that’s okay with me.

I’m pretty sure this will make a good cold brewed or iced tea in the summer, so I’m going to try and keep some back for that. It shouldn’t be too much of a problem, since I have a large-ish bag. It’s got to be 75-100g, at least.

I’m glad I decided to try this one, dolphin sprinkle disappointment aside.

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Boiling 3 min, 0 sec 1 tsp
Lexie Aleah

The lack of dolphin sprinkles would make me extremely upset too!

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Lexie Aleah

The lack of dolphin sprinkles would make me extremely upset too!

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Hi :) I’m Sarah, and I live in Norfolk in the UK. My tea obsession began when a friend introduced me to Teapigs a good few years ago now. Since then, I’ve been insatiable. Steepster introduced me to a world of tea I never knew existed, and my goal is now to TRY ALL THE TEAS. Or most of them, anyway.

I still have a deep rooted (and probably life-long) preference for black tea. My all-time favourite is Assam, but Ceylon and Darjeeling also occupy a place in my heart. Flavoured black tea can be a beautiful thing, and I like a good chai latte in the winter.

I also drink a lot of rooibos/honeybush tea, particularly on an evening. Sometimes they’re the best dessert replacements, too. White teas are a staple in summer — their lightness and delicate nature is something I can always appreciate on a hot day.

I’m still warming up to green teas and oolongs. I don’t think they’ll ever be my favourites, with a few rare exceptions, but I don’t hate them anymore. My experience of these teas is still very much a work-in-progress. I’m also beginning to explore pu’erh, both ripened and raw. That’s my latest challenge!

I’m still searching for the perfect fruit tea. One without hibiscus. That actually tastes of fruit.

You’ve probably had enough of me now, so I’m going to shut up. Needless to say, though, I really love tea. Long may the journey continue!

My rating system:

91-100: The Holy Grail. Flawless teas I will never forget.

81-90: Outstanding. Pretty much perfection, and happiness in a cup.

71-80: Amazing. A tea to savour, and one I’ll keep coming back to.

61-70: Very good. The majority of things are as they should be. A pleasing cup.

51-60: Good. Not outstanding, but has merit.

41-50: Average. It’s not horrible, but I’ve definitely had better. There’s probably still something about it I’m not keen on.

31-40: Almost enjoyable, but something about it is not for me.

11-30: Pretty bad. It probably makes me screw my face up when I take a sip, but it’s not completely undrinkable.

0-10: Ugh. No. Never again. To me, undrinkable.

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