Wow, this tea definitely shines its brightest when it’s a bit cooler—not only did I nearly burn my mouth on it at first sip (thanks, timolino), but it tasted one-dimensional and rather bland. I really remember having such fond memories of this one though, so I’m glad I didn’t pour it down the drain in disgust.
It’s still a smooth, quiet tea. Best enjoyed when it’s cool out, I think. Still a velvety, grown-up vanilla, and perhaps it’s the orchid, or maybe it’s the oolong base—but there’s something in it that keeps the tea from tipping into “sweet” territory, despite my adding in some cream and sugar to thicken things up a bit. Still one of my favourite teas from David’s, although I don’t think I’ll be restocking once my 100 g tin runs out.
And my headache has raged on. Like to the point where I felt nauseated at work, and am literally counting down the minutes until I can go home and pass out. It’s one of those headaches where the only adequate remedy is to lie down and sleep—nothing else will do. i had an appointment after work that I canceled, and so now I just need to wait a few more hours and I’m done.
