Thread: Tea anyone ??!!

Thank you Bela very much for these useful information.
But which is the main difference in the taste?

Slur, how did you like the raw tea? I'm a little unsure myself. I keep thinking I should have eaten some steamed dim sims first...I also find it a little earthy. I think I like the Silver Needle better. I'm not sure I'd buy another cake, unless to see if they differ a lot.

Originally Posted by carlmaloschneider

Slur, how did you like the raw tea? I'm a little unsure myself. I keep thinking I should have eaten some steamed dim sims first...I also find it a little earthy. I think I like the Silver Needle better. I'm not sure I'd buy another cake, unless to see if they differ a lot.

It was really strong and earthy. Maybe too much. Not an everyday tea, but just for special occasions, when I need something really strong, once a week for example.

The second time I brewed pu erh I followed Bela’s instructions regarding reducing the quantity of the tea to brew but also the total amount of tea to drink. It was much better this time.
I usually prepare large quantities of tea but pu erh is to drink maximum 3-4 small cups, not 10 to 15 as I usually do.

Since I am new in pu erh tea I thing I need some time to feel its essence.


Silver needle and white tea is also my favorite Carl.
This one, and some jasmine tea are my everyday choice and I really like them. However, there are some times that I need something stronger. These times I used to brew black tea like Grand Yunnan Imperial, but pu erh is much more intense. I am sure that I will try more varieties in the near future, both ripe and raw.

Another mysterious tea to explore is Oolong tea. I ‘ve never tried it and an very curious about the taste.

Originally Posted by carlmaloschneider

I also find it a little earthy.

Not that I like drinking mud... But I find the "Earthy" taste to be the best part...

Originally Posted by Slur

Another mysterious tea to explore is Oolong tea. I ‘ve never tried it and an very curious about the taste.

Slur...

I found Oolong to be diffrent... It didn't appeal to me... Something about the taste/flavor... A good black tea works for me... Just my opinion...

Tea: Earl Grey

Snack: Whole Wheat Crackers & Smoked Kipper's...



Steph, you ought to like this one...

As a matter of fact heh.......I got kippers in the cupboard.When I get home tonight , I think I know what I may be snacking on heh.

Originally Posted by Nightblade

.......kippers...

OK explanation for the Aussie that doesn't know what they are please?

What ?! You fer real ?!.......Hmmm...well okay.Kippers,herring etc. same,same. Kippers usually smoked. Herring prepared all other ways. Kippers good with eggs,cheese and crackers or a version of Scots toast ..on top of buttered marmite toast and topped with scrambled eggs . And a nice hot cuppa black tea with milk n sugar. Deeelish !!

I am tryin to get out the door and then you guys gotta go and get me all wound up on food n tea ??!!