BH02: Holy Basil Purple Leaf - Upton Tea Imports - Ratings & Reviews

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BH02: Holy Basil Purple Leaf - Organic

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Brand:	Upton Tea Imports
Style:	Tulsi / Holy Basil Tea
Caffeine:	Caffeine Free
Region:	India
Loose/teabag:	Loose
Product page:	BH02: Holy Basil Purple Leaf

Commercial Description:

This fine-cut leaf grade of Holy Basil, (aka Tulsi), produces a rich cup with a complex and spicy character. The dominant flavor notes are anise and pepper, with nuances of citrus and cinnamon.

Brewing Instructions: (from Upton Tea Imports)

Leaf Quantity: 2¼ g/cup
Water Temp: 212° (boiling)
Steep Time: 8 min.

Ratings & Reviews:

Total: 87/100 : Aroma: 8/10, Flavor: 5/5, Value: 4/5, Overall: 9/10

For me, this tea has been an acquired taste. Now, however, it is a favorite. Something about it is very calming - now it is my go-to bedtime tea.

The tea is sweet and spicy, and just the tiniest bit heavy.

Total: 80/100 : Aroma: 6/10, Flavor: 4/5, Value: 5/5, Overall: 9/10

This is a very calming tea. Much more effective than chamomile.

Total: 97/100 : Aroma: 9/10, Flavor: 5/5, Value: 5/5, Overall: 10/10

I had not tried tulsi (except possibly unknowingly as a seasoning) when I sampled this, and I fell in love after the first sip. The aroma is hard to describe, but very complex...I especially notice the anise and cinnamon, but I am usually not the biggest fan of these aromas, and I loved this tea. This is a very rich, full-bodied tea, and both the aroma and flavor have a warming character.

Perhaps the best thing about this tea is that I find it is very soothing and relaxing, much more so than other herbal teas. The way this tea makes me feel is very pleasant, and is unlike the sensation I get from any other herb tea I've tried.

I have since sampled a number of other sources and varieties of tulsi but I like this one the best so far. Absolutely exquisite!

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