New Zealand Waikato Black Loose Leaf Black Tea
11Every now and then, somebody comes to our Tasting Room with something quite remarkable. The Waikato Black Loose Leaf Tea was one of those memorable occasions. We had to add it to our collection and share it with you.
A first for us from New Zealand; showcasing an innovative new tea terroir and mastery.
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United KingdomExcellent
Yes, the tea was excellent, and I deliberately ordered the black tea, as I prefer this style for my morning cuppa. Fitted the bill excellently
United KingdomHooked
First tried at an afternoon tea in London and really enjoyed it. Have since bought this several times and this is one of my favourite drinks. I would recommend it to anyone.
United KingdomA real pleasure
This is the first tea I've tried that really is delicious without milk. I have those old habits and whilst I know that milk subdues the flavour of tea and it negates the health benefits I am finding it difficult to kick the habit. This one, though, I choose to have black. So if you are a tea with milk addict and want to ease into tea without milk, try this one. A real pleasure
United KingdomWonderful Waikato
Sweet, Spicy, Syrupy.... Everything I want from a black tea. Best brewed Gong Fu style, high leaf to water ratio. Makes for a fantastic cold brew in the summer months too. All credit to those who persued this innovation and allowed these plucky seedlings to survive and thrive in New Zealand!
NetherlandsSmooth wake up call
Dear me, I drink tea a lot and have had some excellent ones from Rare Tea before. Still I am utterly surprised and delighted drinking this Waikato Black. I have drawn three infusions and don’t know which to recommend more; the 1 minute first cup was smooth, silky, but the second (2,5 minute) let me find that biscuity taste. Now the third (almost 4 minute) infusion is adding some greener, moss notes. I can’t wait to try the cold infusion as suggested by another satisfied customer.
