After steeping, I delighted in the full, beautiful leaves.
They are dark and full of aroma.
I can just imagine the hands that picked these leaves so lovingly,
then the hands that treated them with care as they processed the tea.
They are dark and full of aroma.
I can just imagine the hands that picked these leaves so lovingly,
then the hands that treated them with care as they processed the tea.
And now, I sit here enjoying the fruits of their labor
in the candle light of a cold winter morning.
What a perfect tea for morning time.
I have tried with each sip to put words to the flavor,
but I haven't been very successful in finding the right words.
The name of the tea is Heritage Wonder from Heritage Factory Assam.
It was steeped in boiling water for 4 minutes.
There was no astringency and a lovely smooth black tea.
It didn't overwhelm with boldness, but at the same time it delighted the tongue.
I could say it was a tinge of chocolate or fruitiness,
but really it was just a plain "Wonder" of a straight forward black tea.
Thanks to the farmer, Rajen Baruah, for sending me this lovely tea.
Linking to Bernideen today at http://blog.bernideens.com/
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It's so beautiful in that red pot and with the candle. I can practically feel the warmth right now!
ReplyDeleteWonderful description of the tea, Marilyn, and a beautiful photo to accompany your words.
ReplyDeleteThat's one of the things I most enjoy about trying a new tea, simply savoring the moment, pausing to enjoy the tea, and finding the words to describe it. (Like you, I often can't find exactly the right words. But maybe that, too, is a good thing?)
ReplyDeleteWonder... a cup of wonder. That's a good way for describing tea--most any tea, really! A cup of wonder, a cup of cheer... :) LOVE your little red teapot, Marilyn!! With the red candle and glow--such pre-Christmas loveliness! ((HUGS))
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