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Grrrrr – the hot water dispenser at work makes water at 180F. The Tao of Tea recommends 190F for full flavor for this tea… I’m getting a good cup at 180F for 3mins, but I need to try it at 190F.

Finally did this tea right. 2tsp/8oz, 160F for 3 mins for the first steep – DELICIOUS. You’re gonna need 2tsp/8oz for sure (this is what Tao of Tea recommends). My second steep was at 165F for 3.5mins. Another satisfying infusion. I did the third steep the same as the second, but it was pretty weak. I was just happy to get 2 good infusions out of this yummy tea!

Steeped it at 180F, 4.5mins – great, rich flavor! Second steep at same temp without removing leaves yielded a weak infusion. Looks like 4.5mins is too long for the first steep…

Pleasant flavor, not overpowering. Smells really strong, but tastes great if you use a proper tea/water ratio. I used the standard 1tsp/8oz.

Very light flavor – Tao of Tea recommended 2tsp/8oz, I used 1tsp/8oz. I think I’m going to bump up the ratio to the recommended amount next time. Nice tasting green tea though … very grassy. I’m going to need to do some more experimentation with this one.

This is my first legit Darjeeing that I’ve tried, and I really enjoyed it. I liked the muscatel flavor, but it was a little weak. I think I’m going to increase the tea/water ratio next time. The flavor was very subtle, and I think I’m going to have to taste some more Darjeelings before I can make a good judgement here.

My first experience with Pu-er tea. Great flavor, very earthy, and it gets a BUNCH of infusions! My Chinese friend says the taste reminds him of his trip to the Yunan province =) This is supposedly a very healthy tea. It’s supposed to help lower cholesterol levels.

Smooth – delicious – surprisingly full flavored – very high quality tea. I’m no tea tasting professional, but I picked up some sweet/nutty flavors.

Probably my most favorite tea right now. I love the jasmine flavor!

I love this tea! My love for Oolong teas started with Ti Kuan Yin, but I was glad to find this tea - it’s a cheaper and just-about-as-awesome.