Tea: Assam Black Tea Bags
An Assam from Mana Organics - Organic
Brand: | Mana Organics |
Style: | Assam |
Region: | Tinsukia, Assam, India |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Loose? | Sachet |
# Ratings: | 1 View All |
Product page: | Assam Black Tea Bags |
Reviewer: Evertiro
✓ 61 teas reviewed
✓ 1 of Assam
✓ 1 of Black Tea
✓ 1 of Mana Organics
✓ 1 from Tinsukia, Assam, India
✓ 1 from Assam, India
Review of Assam Black Tea Bags
October 16th, 2018
Aroma | Flavor | Value | Total |
4 of 10 | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 | 40 of 100 |
Mediocre | Mediocre | Reasonable |
The flavor of this tea reminded me of something from my first sip, but what eluded me for quite a while. It wasn't until I actually sat down and read the official description that I finally figured out what it was. The Mana Organics website indicates that it is "a blend of malt and sweet." This description couldn't be more accurate. Back when I used to drink, I briefly experimented with home-brewing. It is from this experience that I was introduced to the flavor that this tea is reminiscent of. Indeed, the flavor is distinctly reminiscent of a sweet malt beer.
The official description also indicates that the aroma is of "dates, almonds and parsley." I can't say I smell almonds, but I do detect a bit of the promised dates and parsley. Personally, I find that the aroma and flavor clash a bit, but that could just be me. To be honest, I'd actually prefer to taste the dates but, alas, they're noticeably missing from this blend. I can appreciate the flavor of this tea, but can't quite bring myself to like it. If I wanted malt, I'd drink a beer.