Dr. Ted
Tea Reviewer
Member since Jul. 19th, 2012. Reviewed 4 teas.
Reviews of Teas & Herbal Teas
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Earl Grey French Blue from Mariage Freres
Style: Blue Flower Earl Grey – Region: Blend93 / 100 Aroma: 10/10 Flavor: 5/5 Value: 4/5
Jul. 25th, 2014
The bergamot that makes this an Earl Grey tea is of high quality and not at all obtrusive. The "French Blue" refers to the addition of "bleuet royal" (blue cornflower). My wife and I have enjoyed this blend for years. We believe It is one of the better Earl Greys on the market. It is available loose and in sachets.
Read Full ReviewMarco Polo from Mariage Freres
Style: Flavored Black Tea – Region: Blend90 / 100 Aroma: 10/10 Flavor: 5/5 Value: 4/5
Jul. 25th, 2014
Marco Polo is a very successful blend from the venerable house of Mariage Frères. Aside from evoking the "flowers and fruits of China and Tibet" it is a smooth tea. It has a suggestion of vanilla, honey and caramel without a bit of sweetness. Can take a little milk, if you like it that way.
Hu-Kwa Tea from Mark T. Wendell
Style: Lapsang Souchong – Region: Taiwan / Formosa100 / 100 Aroma: 10/10 Flavor: 5/5 Value: 5/5
Jul. 19th, 2012
lthough Mark T Wendell carries a considerable number of teas, Hu-Kwa is their signature tea. It is said to be "the finest obtainable Lapsang Souchong ... from Taiwan." And it is the finest.
Read Full ReviewCheericup Ceylon from Mark T. Wendell
Style: Ceylon Black Tea – Region: Sri Lanka / Ceylon83 / 100 Aroma: 7/10 Flavor: 5/5 Value: 5/5
Jul. 19th, 2012
I have been drinking this blend for many years and have always found it to be of consistent quality. A hearty Ceylon blend.
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