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BH60: Hibiscus Flowers, Coarse Cut
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Commercial Description:
Naturally rich in vitamin C. The ruby-red liquor is tart and refreshing. Caffeine free.
Brewing Instructions: (from Upton Tea Imports)
Leaf Quantity: 2¼ g/cup
Water Temp: 212° (boiling)
Steep Time: 8 min.
Ratings & Reviews:
| This review by Alex Zorach (623 reviews) on Apr. 12th, 2010 |
| Total: 27/100 : Aroma: 2/10, Flavor: 1/5, Value: 2/5, Overall: 3/10 |
 Cup is an intense opaque red like the color of 100% cranberry juice. Aroma is mostly of cooked fruit, like the intermediate stage in making jams and jellies. Reminiscent of rose hips. I find the aroma slightly unpleasant.The flavor is very sour, to the point of making it undrinkable. I tried brewing more weakly than recommended: less leaf and for under 4 minutes, and it was still unpleasant and undrinkable. Perhaps some people love this drink and it's just a matter of taste? Or perhaps it's better for blending? But this is really not my cup of tea and I will likely not be trying it again, although I may try blending it with something just out of curiosity. People who like sour tastes may really enjoy this one though. |
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