Brahmin (Brahmin's Choice)
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Commercial Description
A rich blend of full-bodied Indian Assam teas paired with succulent Ceylon Dimbulla, intense and floral Ceylon Uva and a touch of smoky China Keemun from Anhui. Sophisticated and delicious any time of day.
Brewing Instructions: (from Steven Smith Teamaker)
For best flavor, bring freshly drawn filtered water to a boil. Steep five minutes.
Ratings & Reviews
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77 Aroma: 8/10 Flavor: 4/5 Value: 3/5Alex Zorach (1453 reviews) on Dec. 24th, 2013
Served at the Lancaster County Coffee Roasters stand at the Lancaster Central Market. I had been wanting to try this company's teas for some time, and I am impressed.
I steeped this a little less than the recommended five minutes. Brewed up a clear liquor with a clean, fresh taste. Very bold flavor, but smooth. Not quite as full-bodied as some breakfast teas. Also seemed quite caffeinated--although I would have liked a richer cup, I did not want to steep any longer because of the caffeine. Other people might like this though. Potent as a breakfast wake-me-up.
There is a lot going on in the aroma: fruity and malty tones dominate. There is a slight smokiness, and the finish has tones of caramel. A blend of warming and cooling qualities.
I walked with this cup in the brisk winter air, and it cooled as I walked--it was quite pleasant both when steaming hot, and when it had cooled to about room temperature. I think this would probably also make an excellent iced tea.
Excellent tea, but very pricey. I would not buy this at the list price which works out to be $1 per sachet. It was fine when purchasing at a coffee stand, however. I think the price on loose-leaf is much more reasonable...4 ounces for $10 is quite a good price for tea of this quality, and this leads to a much better cost-per-cup.
I look forward to trying more of Steven Smith's teas. So far I am impressed.
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More Black Tea from from Steven Smith Teamaker
Ceylon Dimbulla
| Style: | Ceylon Black Tea |
| Region: | Matale, Sri Lanka (Dimbula) |
| Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
| Leaf: | Loose |
