“Silk Road” Black Tea Sampler

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  1. PithyTag says:
    7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Really nice, high-quality, diverse teas, for a good price, December 19, 2008
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    I got this set and their green tea sampler, along with a ForLife single-mug infuser, and I now have really amazing tea whenever I want it. The 6 teas are all quite different, with a huge variety of scent and flavor. Each tin is labeled with the proper water temperature and steeping time. (Although they should add a relative strength and/or amount indicator.)

    The amount is remarkably generous for the price, given that these are gourmet teas, with full-size uncut leaves. I’ve had large mugs of each tea probably 4 times already, and I’m no more than 1/3 of the way into each tin. The quality is so high, and the flavors so rich, I tend to refill each mug at least once, and get a second cup nearly as good as the first.

    These sets are three excellent things in one: first, they’re a perfect introduction to a range of fine teas, like getting a 6-bottle tasting at the best wine shop in the city. Second, along with a mug infuser and an electric kettle, they’re the perfect way to enjoy good tea at the office, with tons of variety. Last, they’re just a great deal on a sizable volume of really nice teas. (Think of the money you’ll save over Starbucks at the office: I’m probably paying $.25 a mug for this tea, even without the refills…)

    (To do these teas justice, do be sure to spend 5 minutes reading about tea preparation. Learn to “read” the ballpark temperature of the water, depending on how hard it’s boiling. And pour just a little water over the leaves and let them sit for a few seconds before you add the rest of the water. This releases all the aromas in the tea, so you can get a better feel for the distinctness of each one. And don’t over-steep: that’ll turn your tea bitter and uninteresting, covering up the flavors. This all can sound nit-picky, but it really makes a difference in your enjoyment of the tea. It also turns it into a much more meditative, relaxing experience, which is the point of good tea, right?)

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  2. Margaret H. Bonham "skywarrior" says:
    4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Awesome tea, October 17, 2008
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    Margaret H. Bonham “skywarrior” (Montana, USA) –
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    This review is from: “Silk Road” Black Tea Sampler (Misc.)

    I’m a huge fan of Adagio teas. These teas really turned me onto loose teas, so I think they’re some of the best. If you’re new at loose tea, (beyond the typical store-bought stuff) I suggest you try the ceylon and the assam first. The Golden Monkey (or Golden Needle) is superb and if you’re a fan of Darjeeling, try it. Lot of people love keemun — and it’s a very good tea. Pu erh takes a lot of getting used to — and I can’t stand it, so don’t try this first unless you’ve have pu erh, and even then!

    You will simply be amazed at this tea.

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  3. G. Nolf says:
    3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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    Great Place To Start If You’re New To Loose Tea, November 24, 2007
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    G. Nolf (Rehoboth Beach, DE USA) –
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    This review is from: “Silk Road” Black Tea Sampler (Misc.)

    This was one of the assortments I started with on my first loose tea order. My favorites in this collection included the Ceylon Sonata and the Golden Monkey.

    I feel this is a good place to start if you’re looking to come off of low-quality store-bought tea bags. If you plan on making iced tea, I recommend getting flavored teas instead.

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