Tea: Kenyan Black Tea - Loose Tea
| Brand: | Ajiri Tea |
| Style: | Black Tea |
| Region: | Kisii, Kenya |
| Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
| Loose? | Loose |
| # Ratings: | 3 View All |
| Product page: | Kenyan Black Tea - Loose Tea |
Reviewer: Alex Zorach
✓ 1453 teas reviewed
✓ 501 of Black Tea
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Review of Kenyan Black Tea - Loose Tea
September 13th, 2011
| Aroma | Flavor | Value | Total |
| 8 of 10 | 5 of 5 | 4 of 5 | 83 of 100 |
| Excellent | Excellent | Good Value |
This tea was remarkably high-quality for the fact that it is finely broken, mechanically-processed CTC tea. It was also incredibly interesting!
Aroma is grainy, slightly malty, and very pleasing. Has somewhat of a high-grown character, combined with malty characteristics. Rather distinct. I can see how others say it would have a cocoa or chocolatey quality too.
Flavor is surprisingly sweet, smooth. What strikes me about this tea is that it is full-bodied but has a certain pleasing lightness to it, usually absent in CTC teas.
I'm impressed! And the unique labels are a nice touch. I really support what this company is doing, and I'd encourage everyone to check out their website to learn more about their programs as well.
