Today I am reviewing a Jasmine “Dragon Pearls” Green Tea that was so kindly provided to me by Teavivre. Haven’t been wowed by many Jasmine teas in the past and I think the biggest reason is the artificial feel to the cup. Often times too much Jasmine makes it into the cup creating a strong perfume like flavor which is amazingly obvious. … Read more →
2012 Travel Plans: I’m Committed – This Will Finally Be The Year
Big News #1 – Paradise Island/Nassua, Bahamas (Well, I Hope) It’s like I’m caught up in a whirlwind. One thought led to another to another. Then sudden decisions were made. Then somehow it was time for planning. Hold the mail, be sure all the bills are paid before we leave, oh my our daughter will be missing a lot of… Read more →
Video Tea Review: Da Hong Pao – Harney & Sons
A quick post about an oolong I received through my Steepster Select monthly tea subscription. A solid oolong by Harney & Sons but unfortunately, nothing I feel compelled to keep in my permanent tea cabinet. Enjoy! Read more →
Video: A Tea Review of Daily Beauty Tea – BijaBody
First video tea review by me, Rachel of iHeartTeas.com. I drank a tea sample so generously sent to me for review by the owner of BijaBody. I hope you enjoy this video. Please watch the video before reading below. Review once the tea cooled: The cup balances itself out more as it cools. The spicy flavor fades away a touch… Read more →
Video: Breville One-Touch Tea Maker – The Mechanics
A basic look at what comes with the Breville One-Touch Tea Maker and how it works. This is a very basic video meant only to show you a glimpse what this incredibly amazing machine can do. Thanks for watching. Read more →
Video: Breville One-Touch Tea Maker: 1st Use
Please be gentle this is my first ever video that I have made with the intent of sharing with all my tea friends. It is a little long and a little boring but still I hope it captures my excitement I was feeling when I finally got my first chance to use this lovely Christmas gift I received from my… Read more →
White Peony Tea (Bai MuDan) – Teavivre
Today I tried my first of many tea samples I received so generously from Teavivre. I decided to give this one a try first but not for your typical reasons. There are those that eat dessert first and those that wait patiently after the main course. Even those that eat what they dislike most because your mom says you must… Read more →
Hong Jing Luo (Black Tea) – thepuriTea
Let me start by saying that I am thankful January is here, majority of the major holidays have been celebrated and my daughters birthday is behind us. I mention this because finally I will hopefully have more time to make, enjoy, and review all of my new teas and old favorites. One of my New Years resoltions was to make… Read more →
My Daughters 5th Birthday Calls for…Milk Oolong
Just recently ordered some more Milk Oolong. The freshest batch since they restocked. I found this to be just as delicious as the last batch. The only difference I noticed is as follows… 1. More delicate 2. More subtle creamyness 3. A lot more balanced in flavor I made this first on December 31st 2011 and used it to make… Read more →
Vacation, Resting, Relaxing, Tea Drinking, Tea Reviewing, Need Your Ideas – Please
Next week my family and I are leaving for short little getaway to Door County, Wisconsin in search of peace and quite. Mostly, we want to avoid all distractions real life inevitably brings if we stay home. Imagine log cabin, wood burning fireplace, 2 whirlpool tubs, full kitchen, and if I recall correctly 1,300 square feet of space plus a… Read more →
Magic Carpet Tea – Oolong & Date Blend Review
First, I would like to thank Magic Carpet Tea for sending such a generous sample. I would also like to apologize for the delay in reviewing this tea. I would like to review this tea as objectively as possible. I have never tried this combinations of flavors in a tea before but I did have high hopes. I love oolong… Read more →
thepuriTea Cold Brewed Series – #5 of 5 – Earl Grey
Thank you everyone for taking the time to read my reviews of all five of thepuriTea cold brew teas. I left this one for last because truth be told Earl Grey teas sort of frighten me. I have had a few that I did enjoy but never usually enough to purchase some to keep on hand. The only exception is… Read more →