Tea: Hu-Kwa Tea
A Lapsang Souchong from Mark T. Wendell
| Brand: | Mark T. Wendell |
| Style: | Lapsang Souchong |
| Region: | Taiwan / Formosa |
| Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
| Loose? | Loose |
| # Ratings: | 6 View All |
| Product page: | Hu-Kwa Tea |
Reviewer: JGS1122
Member since Oct, 2009
✓ 142 teas reviewed
✓ 1 of Lapsang Souchong
✓ 130 of Black Tea
✓ 10 of Mark T. Wendell
✓ 1 from Taiwan / Formosa
✓ 142 teas reviewed
✓ 1 of Lapsang Souchong
✓ 130 of Black Tea
✓ 10 of Mark T. Wendell
✓ 1 from Taiwan / Formosa
Review of Hu-Kwa Tea
February 8th, 2020
| Aroma | Flavor | Value | Total |
| 8 of 10 | 4 of 5 | 5 of 5 | 80 of 100 |
| Excellent | Good | Outstanding |
As expected the aroma is similar to a pine forest on fire, or a freshly paved road. For those new to lapsing souchong, it might be a bit intimidating. Those who are adverse to trying because of the aroma are missing out on a wonderful cup of tea. The liquor is a deep amber color. The flavor is nice. Once brewed, the burnt pine aroma mellows. The flavor is smooth with a very subtle after taste. For me, this tea needs to be paired with food. On its' own it seems a bit powerful. I never use cream or sugar, but I think either would tame it enough for just a cup (or more) of tea.
