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Cameron B. drank Pomegranate Grove by Adagio Teas

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Cold steeped.

This is weirdly named. To me, “Pomegranate Grove” just implies a pomegranate fruit tisane, so I expected it to be similar to their other similar blends, like the cherry and strawberry versions.

Nope, this is more of a mulled cider type of flavor. It’s quite spice-forward, on the cinnamon in particular. The ingredients claim there is only pomegranate flavoring and not spice, but I can’t imagine getting this strong of a cinnamon candy flavor with just a bit of ground cinnamon.

Anyway, the whole thing tastes quite artificial to me, it reminds me of potpourri without the strong floral presence. It’s that sort of “essential oil” cinnamon taste, and then a vague cherry/red fruits flavor and plenty of hibiscus tartness. To be fair though, I can imagine this might be better hot.

Flavors: Artificial, Candy, Cherry, Cinnamon, Clove, Fruity, Medicinal, Red Fruits, Spices, Syrupy, Tart

Preparation

Iced 8 min or more 23 g 34 OZ / 1000 ML

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thereadersteacup
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I got the same notes but I rather like the mulled cider-ness

Cameron B.
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I think it was just a bit odd as a cold tea for me. I would probably like it better hot.

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thereadersteacup
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I got the same notes but I rather like the mulled cider-ness

Cameron B.
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I think it was just a bit odd as a cold tea for me. I would probably like it better hot.

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Hi, I’m Cameron!

I’m a 30-something software engineer currently living in Austin, Texas with my husband and our two pugs, Gobo and Ume. I tend to cycle between my different hobbies, and they include piano, knitting, video games, board games, miniature painting, planners, bento, Korean skincare, and – of course – TEA! But really, what I’m best at is “collecting” hobby-related things… ;)

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I prefer my tea lukewarm or at room temperature and without milk or sugar. I steep Western style, and fluctuate between using big mugs or small teapots depending on the season.

I am always up for a swap! Just let me know if you’d like to try something in my cupboard.

Tea Preferences:
I enjoy both flavored and unflavored teas in many forms. These days, I drink mostly flavored teas, and I tend to gravitate most toward black, green, oolong, and herbal varieties. I do have a special fondness for straight Japanese green teas, however.

I do not sweeten my teas, and pre-sweetened teas are usually too sweet for me. I also do not enjoy stevia.

I tend to reach for fruitier flavors rather than desserty ones these days, but I do have favorites from both categories. Willing to try anything once! There are a few ingredients/flavors that aren’t generally my jam, such as coconut, rose, lavender, and chocolate flavoring. But I also have teas that I love with some of those things, too! :)

Favorite Companies:
3 Leaf
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Dammann Frères
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Kyoto Obubu Tea Farms
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Old Barrel Tea Co
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Tea Rating Scale:
90-100: Outstanding! Permanent cupboard resident
80-89: Great – a possible staple
70-79: Good, but I wouldn’t buy it
60-69: It’s decent
50-59: Meh… I may or may not have finished the cup
40-49: Ick. Couldn’t finish it.
00-39: Repulsive, I spat it out

I will sometimes refrain from rating a tea if I feel I’m too biased due to my personal dislikes, or if I suspect the sample has been compromised by age or scent contamination.

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