*Note: We have begun a new review system here at The Cup of Life and
this will be our first time trying it out. We’ll explain briefly about
how we prepared the tea, and the out of 5 leaf rating system at the end
will remain the same. We’ll be rating each blend based on the following
criteria: Packaging (because I’m a marketing buff and looks do matter in
this case!), Smell, and Taste. We’ll also be featuring our “First Sip
Thought” where I basically jot down the first thing that came to my mind
after I indulged!
This is my first time having a tea blend from The Persimmon Tree®. To be honest, until now I haven’t heard of them before but they have easily become one of my new favourites!
The Persimmon Tree® offers customers some of the world’s finest organic teas and botanical. Their high quality teas are hand-blended and organically grown. When doing my research, what I found most interesting about this company is that some of their teas are also fair trade, ensuring a better life for tea workers from countries across Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
I steeped this tea in my single serving cup that has a built in infuser. I put about 1.5 tsp of the leaves into it and let it steep for 5 minutes so I can get the maximum of flavours.
Ingredients: Organic Black Loose-Leaf Tea, French Vanilla Bean Tea, Vanilla Bean, Green Tea, Coconut, Almonds
Packaging: The tea arrived in a tall and skinny air tight container. Great to keep the tea fresh for a longer period of time. I actually prefer this style tin over others because it doesn’t take up too much room in when storing it away. From what I saw, it doesn’t have the size on the label, but after looking it up online I believe it is 2.5 oz. It’s a standard label with a very appealing look to it. Standard steeping instructions are on the back as well.
Smell: Strong but not overpowering for both – before steep and after. The scent fills the air the moment you open the air tight container. I can distinguish the sweet vanilla aroma from the the beans, as well as the hint of coconuts. Definitely filled my kitchen with an awakening scent.
Taste: I would say this blend had a great smooth and calming flavour. Again, the vanilla bean hints are a perfect touch. It wasn’t too bold, which I was surprised about because I expected it to be for sure. It’s hard to not dislike this creamy blend. The flavours all taste real, and not artificial. I also especially enjoyed that the tea leaves weren’t too small. A great size that was able to not sneak through my infuser. For those that enjoy vanilla blends, this will hit the spot nicely. I had this tea in the late afternoon with a bit of milk and sugar as a dessert tea but I would definitely recommend this for a perfect wake up brew in the morning (minus the milk + sugar).
First Sip Thought: “I must make this into a latte next time!”
