Recently, I learned about an offer of free tea samples from Chi Whole Leaf, and I imagine some of you quickly ordered samples just as I did. I was intrigued by their powdered teas which let you "drink the leaves."
Of the five samples they sent, I have tried three so far, and here are my thoughts:
Ginger Chai — Tried 1/4 teaspoon of tea first, but the drink was too weak. Tried 1/2 teaspoon next and it was much better. This tea is made with rooibos, but I must say that it reminds me of that popular "Friendship Tea" mix made with Tang.
Green Mint — This flavor, I loved! My only problem with this tea was that I didn't drink it fast enough, so the powder drifted to the bottom of the tea mug, and I ended up getting a swig of a murky, chalky something before I could finish the drink.
Floral Herbs — This was my least favorite of the teas. The hibiscus flavor was quite strong and tart, and the rose and jasmine were almost imperceptible. For some reason, this one reminded me of Theraflu!
You know how they say "we eat with our eyes first"? Well, I think we drink with our eyes first, too, and I realized that seeing these particles floating around in my teas did not add to my enjoyment of them. The taste of two of these teas was actually pretty good at first sip, but when I tasted some of the tea particles later in the sipping, it was a turnoff, and the tea's consistency is, I'm afraid, a problem for me. But I'm not through with the teas just yet, because I think these powdered teas might be good to use in cooking! Did any of you order the samples from Chi Whole Leaf? If so, what did you think?
I didn't order any, mostly because of the reason you gave in your last paragraph. The thought just didn't appeal to me. Might be interesting to use them in cooking though.
ReplyDeleteHappy to see your review here... my samples are sitting on my desk, and I'm just not inspired to make them for many of the reasons you have listed. Cooking with them, now that's a thought!
ReplyDeleteI, too, did not care for the murky dregs at the bottom of my cup.
ReplyDeleteI tried the floral in cold water, but had to add sugar.
I did not order them just because I would not like powdered teas and didn't want to give a bad review. It is also why I would not buy one of those machines that you can pop a packet in the maker and get instant tea. Yes, I agree appearances do make a difference.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your reviews, Angela.
ReplyDeleteHugs.
I ordered the sampler today and it's shipped . . . can't wait to give them a try, too! :)
ReplyDeleteReceived my five cute little samples today! Thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeleteMy samples came today, I haven't tried them yet. I may mix one into plain yogurt.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your reviews, Angela. I have not ordered them yet but if I do, I'll let you know. Joanie
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this offer earlier. My samples arrived this week, but I haven't tried any yet. My husband is interested in them, too.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this offer earlier. My samples arrived this week, but I haven't tried any yet. My husband is interested in them, too.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this offer earlier. My samples arrived this week, but I haven't tried any yet. My husband is interested in them, too.
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