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Light brew yesterday, still a great 5 cups. 4th and 5th were weaker, but aroma going strong. I’ve just opened my last 50 grams of it, and am now starting to have diet addict freakout. I know this was limited, and weather permitting, I’m hopeful it might return. There’s a distinctly canola oil like vibe with the fruity qualities of the tea that I absolutely love, and it’s definitely my favorite black tea in my stash right now. I actually started looking into Green Terrace’s to hold me off and see how it compares, but they’re Paypal isn’t working. So I may have to reach out for help or be more responsible by finishing this slowly.

Leafhopper

Ethan Kurland sells a Championship Black from Lishan. I’m not sure if it’s currently in stock and it’s rather expensive, but it may be a good stopgap if you’re desperate. :)

Daylon R Thomas

Sweet, thank you for letting me know! I need to sign onto tea forum again. I always get anxious with general forums online for some reason, and I’m honestly still intimidated by the tea knowledge. I also want to make sure I’m not on there just to say hey! I’m a spoiled white person and I need a tea fix! Can you get me my tea fix! And actually spend time trying to educate myself.

Leafhopper

I’m also intimidated by the knowledge on TeaForum and have asked some rather stupid questions (and actually gotten some answers). As another spoiled white person trying to get my tea fix, I see where you’re coming from! Joining TeaForum has also led to some rather wallet-busting tea and teaware purchases, though I think they’re usually worth the money.

If you’re not up to joining TeaForum, you can always email Ethan directly. His address and price list are on his vendor page under Tea/Teaware Vendors.

Out of curiosity, what is the smallest amount of tea you can steep effectively? I have a small sample of Ethan’s Championship Black and can share a very few grams. I’m also happy to report that your package will be going off to the post office tomorrow. :)

Daylon R Thomas

2-3 grams, 3 grams more so.

Daylon R Thomas

For one serving. 10 grams is the golden number for samples.

Leafhopper

I gave you 3 g. :) I agree, 10 g is best for samples, but sometimes it isn’t feasible.

Daylon R Thomas

Either way, I deeply appreciate. Thank you so much! I feel bad it isn’t as feasible for companies as it used to be.

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Leafhopper

Ethan Kurland sells a Championship Black from Lishan. I’m not sure if it’s currently in stock and it’s rather expensive, but it may be a good stopgap if you’re desperate. :)

Daylon R Thomas

Sweet, thank you for letting me know! I need to sign onto tea forum again. I always get anxious with general forums online for some reason, and I’m honestly still intimidated by the tea knowledge. I also want to make sure I’m not on there just to say hey! I’m a spoiled white person and I need a tea fix! Can you get me my tea fix! And actually spend time trying to educate myself.

Leafhopper

I’m also intimidated by the knowledge on TeaForum and have asked some rather stupid questions (and actually gotten some answers). As another spoiled white person trying to get my tea fix, I see where you’re coming from! Joining TeaForum has also led to some rather wallet-busting tea and teaware purchases, though I think they’re usually worth the money.

If you’re not up to joining TeaForum, you can always email Ethan directly. His address and price list are on his vendor page under Tea/Teaware Vendors.

Out of curiosity, what is the smallest amount of tea you can steep effectively? I have a small sample of Ethan’s Championship Black and can share a very few grams. I’m also happy to report that your package will be going off to the post office tomorrow. :)

Daylon R Thomas

2-3 grams, 3 grams more so.

Daylon R Thomas

For one serving. 10 grams is the golden number for samples.

Leafhopper

I gave you 3 g. :) I agree, 10 g is best for samples, but sometimes it isn’t feasible.

Daylon R Thomas

Either way, I deeply appreciate. Thank you so much! I feel bad it isn’t as feasible for companies as it used to be.

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First Off, Current Targets:

Whispering Pines Alice
Good Luxurious Work Teas
Wang Family’s Jasmine Shanlinxi
Spring, Winter Taiwan High Mountain Oolongs

Dislikes: Heavy Tannin, Astringency, Bitterness, or Fake Flavor, Overly herby herbal or aged teas

Picky with: Higher Oxidation Oolongs, Red Oolongs (Some I love, others give me headaches or are almost too sweet), Mint Teas

Currently, my stash is overflowing. Among my favorites are What-Cha’s Lishan Black, Amber Gaba Oolong, Lishan Oolong, Qilan Oolong, White Rhino, Kenya Silver Needle, Tong Mu Lapsang Black (Unsmoked); Whispering Pines Alice, Taiwanese Assam, Wang’s Shanlinxi, Cuifeng, Dayuling, Jasmine Shan Lin Xi; Beautiful Taiwan Tea Co.“Old Style” Dong Ding, Mandala Milk Oolong; Paru’s Milk Oolong

Me:

I am an MSU graduate, and current alternative ed. high school social studies and history teacher. I formerly minored in anthropology, and I love Egyptian and classical history. I love to read, write, draw, paint, sculpt, fence(with a sword), practice calisthenics on rings, lift weights, workout, relax, and drink a cuppa tea…or twenty.

I’ve been drinking green and black teas ever since I was little living in Hawaii. Eastern Asian influence was prominent with my friends and where I grew up, so I’ve been exposed to some tea culture at a young age. I’ve come a long way since I began on steepster and now drink most teas gong fu, especially oolong. Any tea that is naturally creamy, fruity, or sweet without a lot of added flavoring ranks as a must have for me. I also love black teas and dark oolongs with the elusive “cocoa” note. My favorites are lighter Earl Greys, some white teas like What-Cha’s Kenyan offerings, most Hong-Cha’s, darker Darjeelings, almost anything from Nepal, Green Shan Lin Xi’s, and Greener Dong Dings. I’m in the process of trying Alishan’s. I also tend to really enjoy Yunnan Black or Red teas and white teas. I’m pickier with other teas like chamomile, green teas, and Masalas among several.

I used to give ratings, but now I only rate teas that have a strong impression on me. If I really like it, I’ll write it down.

I’ll enjoy a tea almost no matter what, even if the purpose is more medicinal, for it is my truest vice and addiction.

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