Information: Dark Chocolate Bar Where to Buy:  The Meadow and other locations where Dolfin Chocolates are sold. Chocolate Bar Description: A perfect mix of contrasts: the refreshing sweetness of the bergamot blends perfectly with the strong taste of the chocolate. For afternoon tea, a chocolate with a British accent. Learn more about Dolfin here. Taster’s [...]

Tea Information: Leaf Type:  Black Where to Buy:  ESP Emporium Tea Description: A tea creation for all “sweet teeth”. Just like licking out a dish with freshly made huller cookie dough with hints of freshly grated orange peel… it must be scooped out to the last drop. Not even adults can say no to this [...]

I hope you’ll bear with me as I do something a little different with tonight’s post. As a subscriber to the Steepster Select program, I receive a box with three different teas.  Each month there is a different theme.  This month’s theme is “The Big Chill.”  The box also includes a postcard size card that [...]

Tea Information: Leaf Type:  Black Where to Buy:  Teapots & Treasures About Teapots & Treasures: We welcome you to Teapots & Treasures Cafe’ & Curiosities, a “Delightful Place to Exhale”.  You will love relaxing in our cozy tearoom while enjoying our delicious loose teas, homemade lunches, and decadent desserts. Taster’s Review: I received this tea [...]

Tea Information: Leaf Type:  Black Where to Buy:  52Teas Tea Description: Our newest tea of the week was suggested by one of our long-time customers. Here’s our premium black teas blended with freeze-dried strawberries and orange peel. In addition to the sweet strawberry and tangy orange, we’ve infused this blend with the flavor of warm, [...]

Tea Information: Leaf Type:  Black Where to Buy:  Shanti Tea Tea Description: Leaf Aroma: peaty, earthy, smoky Infusion Aroma: earthy, slight smokiness Infusion Color: Amber Base Flavor: thick earthiness Infusion Strength: Strong Learn more about this tea here. Taster’s Review: I am loving this tea! But I’m not surprised, when I read the name “Kong Fu” [...]

Tea Information: Leaf Type:  Black Where to Buy:  The Rabbit Hole Tea Description: Chilli and chocolate, such strange bedfellows. Throw a black tea in the mix and you’ve got one mind-blowing brew. Perfect for when you need to spice up your life. Learn more about this tea here. Taster’s Review: When I shop for snacks [...]

Tea Information: Leaf Type:  Black Where to Buy:  Yogic Chai Tea Description: Organic Assam Tea, Organic Green Cardamom, Organic Cinnamon, Organic Cloves & Organic Ginger. Learn more about this tea here. Taster’s Review: I’m quite sure I’ve said this (or something like this) before, but it bears repeating:  When it’s cold outside, there’s nothing quite [...]

Tea Information: Leaf Type:  Black Where to Buy:  Andrews & Dunham Damn Fine Tea Tea Description: The Thirsty Elf Blend is a custom blend of black teas. Melt snow until boiling and add leaves. Strain after four minutes and serve piping hot. Learn more about this tea here. Taster’s Review: I have enjoyed just about [...]

Tea Information: Leaf Type:  Black Where to Buy:  Dr. Tea’s Tea Garden About This Tea: The story goes that Lapsang Souchong was first created when the Wuyi region’s annual tea drying process was interrupted by army movement. To compensate for the missed drying period, tea farmers hung their tea over pinewood fires, consequently imparting a [...]