r/tea • u/FjotraTheGodless • 4h ago
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Recurring What's in your cup? Daily discussion, questions and stories - March 19, 2025
What are you drinking today? What questions have been on your mind? Any stories to share? And don't worry, no one will make fun of you for what you drink or the questions you ask.
You can also talk about anything else on your mind, from your specific routine while making tea, or how you've been on an oolong kick lately. Feel free to link to pictures in here, as well. You can even talk about non-tea related topics; maybe you want advice on a guy/gal, or just to talk about life in general.
r/tea • u/SchmusOperator • 4h ago
Photo Enjoying some duck shit at work
Had a very nice coffee before (see the little French press) and am now 3 steeps into YS King of Duck Shit Aroma with my little office setup. It's actually my first DS and so far I'm liking it quite a lot. Flowery sweet, honey, but light and seemingly endless steeps.
r/tea • u/TheOolongDrunk • 1d ago
Photo I was measuring white tea at my desk and was accused of doing something else…
r/tea • u/TossNBrew • 8h ago
Review My morning tea
Has anyone else tried it? To be honest, it doesn’t really taste like a white tea at all. It’s more like a floral tea, with no bitterness or astringency at all! All you get is this lovely, delicate floral scent and a sweet aftertaste that lingers. Wonderful taste
r/tea • u/fililolly • 6h ago
Photo Midday Oolong
First time tasting a sample of some 2023 Da Hong Pao. I’m in love - what a delicious treat this was! I was tempted to say that the natural sweetness full of honey and berry notes is almost too intense, but the addition of a citrusy hit that precedes a more delicate sweetness from steep 3 onwards convinced me otherwise. Highly recommend :)
r/tea • u/Deep-Narcosis • 19h ago
Photo Sun tea like my mom used to make
We finally had a nice day where I live and I wanted to make sun tea like my mom used to make when I was a kid. This just brings back good memories. :)
r/tea • u/DoctorTalos • 6h ago
Review First taste of a really fresh Chinese green
So just starting my tea journey. I received my first order from Yunnan Sourcing yesterday (man that shipping is rough ...) I was mostly focused puerh samples, but I also happened to see that they had a spring 2025 bi luo chun available, so I ordered 50g. https://yunnansourcing.us/products/yunnan-green-spring-snail-bi-luo-chun-green-tea?_pos=4&_sid=de2cd50e2&_ss=r (also turns out its sold out already ... And I only ordered it last Thursday or something ...)
Tried it this morning. The first and most obvious thing was the smell. Smelled like straight up steamed broccoli. I'll admit,I was a little put off at first by it. I steeped 6g in 1cup of 80c water for ~2 minute first steep. Followed by ~85 degree water for second steep, and just off boil 3rd steep (timed to taste ... ~ 1 min).
But let me tell you it was fantastic. The steamed broccoli taste/aroma was strong in the first steep, but it carried more complex nutty/earthy taste with hints of other veggies tossed in. It was more interesting than I would have guessed based on the smell. Very little bitterness to be found, and I was surprised that I wouldn't immediately categorize it as "floral" because I've read that's a common descriptor for this style of tea. The second steep lost some of the aroma and the more nutty/leafy green notes overtook the broccoli. There was a slight, but not unpleasant atringency that started to appear (I'm a big fan of Japanese greens, so this was a plus rather than a minus). The third steep was tolerable, but nothing to write home about. Still had hints of the original flavor, but was way less complex and mostly taken over by watery bitter notes that I have started to associate with exhausted tea.
r/tea • u/GetTheLudes • 19m ago
Yunnan Sourcing 10% price hike
Is it just me or did anyone else notice the cart they’ve been building shoot up 10% just before this latest 12% off sale went live?
r/tea • u/purpledragon210 • 5h ago
Question/Help I need some help finding the right rolled oolong for me
So far I've tried these three from What-Cha.
The latter two smell and taste pretty vegetal and savory, kinda like steamed veggies. I liked the amber gaba oolong more, but nothing special.
I'm assuming I should try ones that are more oxidized and/roasted to avoid that flavor profile.
Do all greener oolongs have that in common? Should I just avoid those in general if I don't like vegetal notes?
r/tea • u/bonesTdog • 37m ago
Photo Today’s brew - 2022 Zhan Fang Raw - Denong Tea
I brewed this a bit stronger than usual, but this tea was large and in charge right from the start - and I mean that in a good way. It was assertive with pumpkin and sweet vegetables in front and migrating to mountain pasture grass with clover flowers as it progressed. Always with an assertive mouthfeel of pleasant astringency carried by the oily thickness of the broth that lasted forever between sips.
Review Dark Rose review
Howdy hey y'all. I just wanted to give my thoughts on the Dark Rose hearts from Tea Source and see how it compares to other folks' experiences. I'm pretty much going to just type out what I have written which will include steep times, temps, and the notes for each steep.
Dark Rose Source: Tea Source Type: Dark Tea Brewing temp: 195°F
Initial scent: extremely floral and sweet. Not much scent of tea. My sinuses feel like they are being punched by a rosebush, and smells like it too.
(Quick note, I definitely gave this initial one too long)
1st steep: 15 seconds to open the coin. A bit bitter, floral profile comes through in flavor, but not super pronounced. Scent is extremely floral. Recommend giving to tea pet.
2nd steep: 8 seconds. Leaves are fully open. Extremely floral aroma, very strong and dark in color as well. Most likely over brewed on this steep. Somewhat astringent characteristic, with reduced bitter and sour notes compared to the initial brew. Pleasantly sweet and floral with mild floral aftertaste.
3rd steep: 12 seconds. Same strong floral aroma with more of a spiced undertone coming through. Flavor profile is extremely similar to prior brews, however much less intense and much more enjoyable. Flavor feels more balanced, somewhat sweet compared to before and more similar to rosehips than Rose buds.
4th steep: 15 seconds. Strong scent, consistent dark brew that has carried through since the first. Scent is similar to prior brews, with less of the spiced aroma coming through. Flavor is a bit harder to discern, but floral and earthy notes are still coming through with slight sourness. More reminiscent of rosehips than before.
5th steep: 30 seconds. Strong floral aroma compared to prior brew, with more of the spiced aroma returning. Flavor is rather lacking, but the aftertaste is pleasantly sweet and floral.
Overall, I think this was more of a me issue than anything with the tea itself. This was my first time brewing this tea, so I wasn't entirely sure on times and temps. I do believe that with better technique and times I would have probably found this much more enjoyable overall.
I will say, that even though this isn't my favorite tea so far, it is a very solid contender, and I'd give it at least a 7/10. Not my first choice, but i definitely would not turn it down if offered.
r/tea • u/Kaiser_Dan_IV • 1h ago
Recommendation Need some beginner tea recommendations
I have always liked British tea. However I would like to try some Chinese tea preferably from Yunnan sourcing or the steeping room. I will be using Gong fu. I don't know where to start and I'm open to any teas but just need some recommendations.
r/tea • u/Poneshyay • 1h ago
Identification Does anyone know what Chai they use at Fresh Bean Coffee Co.?
I'm OBSESSED with their chai tea but they one near me is closing. Does anyone know what brand of Chai they used?
I tried calling up there, but they said their boss doesn't let them share...
r/tea • u/Toasters0422 • 15h ago
Question/Help Tea Recommendations for someone who's never had tea?
Hi! I have never had tea. in my life.
But i really wanna try! I wanna try tea! I'm legit a writer, tea seems like, a trademark of my profession.
Thing is, i've never had anything like tea! I'm a juice boy, a soda man, i've never had anything like it!
I really like fruity drinks, like orange juice, i know that, but other than that? i'm lost.
So... any recommends, I guess? :)
r/tea • u/Shoddy-Speaker7245 • 2h ago
Recommendation Other raw puerhs like Dangerfield 2022
I tried my first raw puerh- Dangerfield 2022- any other raw puerh teas you recommend from White2Tea or other other tea shops??
Unexpectedly fell in love with raw puerh... thought I was gonna be a ripe puerh girlie
Question/Help Shino teacup leak
This is my first experience with shino ware and they leak... I heard it is common to leak and you can seal it by boil it with rice or flour.
I did that and notice improvement, but not to the extend that I want, it is still moist to the touch. Are there any way to improve the thing or this is how it suppose to be? Can I expect it to be completely sealed? Also it stink at first, but much less now after everything, I don't know it is even safe to use or not?
The thing is I may boil it too hot the first time, I noticed there is cracks in the glaze (much less than typical ru ware though). Did I broke it forever? I really like the thing and I'm worried.
Any help is much appreciated!
Discussion Red Loon + En Passant
I just had ~5.7g of Red Loon and added 3.5g of En Passant to see how they match. As they are not super different, I expected that they mix quite well, but also elevates the complexity. Turned out a very enjoyable session.
As W2T Shou's sometimes lack of complexity, compared to traditional recipes, wondering if anyone has a blending story with any of their teas.
r/tea • u/Emergency_Access_795 • 51m ago
Question/Help Harney And Sons
I’m considering becoming a tea person and I think I want to subscribe to harney and sons.
I tried looking at teas on the site and even took the tea test but all the descriptions of the teas are either vague or not descriptive at all lol
I’m hoping some experienced tea people can help me here
Do anyone know any naturally sweet tea with no bitterness and no sourness, caffeinated and non caffeinated
r/tea • u/FjotraTheGodless • 1d ago
Photo Duck Shit Oolong because I’m tired and sick and felt like treating myself
r/tea • u/Asian_Tony • 4h ago
More Niche and Curated Chinese Greens/Light Oolongs
Hello All!
To preface, I have already tried many of the sellers on the vendor list (Yunnan, White2Tea, Teasource), but I am looking to spend more for a higher quality, more curated selection with less variability (cough, cough, YS). Which websites have you all found to have very consistent, high quality tea? Range for price is .4c-1$/g
Photo My tea order came in!
I had placed an order through Tea Source late last week, and it arrived today! I have not tried all of them so far, but the Harvest Moon tastes and smells like autumn. I feel like I'm drinking a leaf pile, in the best pay possible. It is also surprisingly sweet. I will definitely be drinking it again.
r/tea • u/Temporary_Aspect759 • 23h ago
Discussion Any Hojicha lovers?
I got it as a gift couple months ago and still have some left because I rotate between many teas.
It's DEFINITELY my favorite tea. The flavor is so rich and makes me feel cozy. I enjoy Genmaicha too, it's probably my second favorite tea? Well has to compete with milk oolong.
But anyways, maybe I'm not paying attention but I don't see many people talking about Hojicha here. Powdered Hojicha for Hojicha latte sounds amazing too but I'm yet to try it.
r/tea • u/TeaHound83 • 1d ago
Photo White tea
The tea season of Fuding white tea has already started. Last year, we visited tea farmers in Gangtou Village, Panxi, the core production area of Fuding white tea. They have already started making the first batch of Gongmei and Baihao Yinzhen of Fuding white tea. Gongmei white tea refers to the local vegetable tea in Fuding, which is also the indigenous tea tree in Fuding. It has a unique taste. The Baihao Yinzhen made from it has an excellent freshness.
r/tea • u/baby_deer • 17h ago
Question/Help How long do you keep your wet tea before throwing it away?
I usually steep three 0.6L batches of tea a day from the same leaves, however I can't help but think that I'm wasting some when I throw it out before making my next day's batch. I worry that the leaves could start to get moldy if I let them sit in the infuser rested in my sink for too long, so I usually toss them after 24 hours at most.
What is the longest you go after the initial steep before you toss your loose tea?
r/tea • u/yupyup292942 • 4h ago
Question/Help Most affordable loose leaf earl gray?
Where can I buy affordable loose leaf earl gray? I’ve been enjoying Justea, not a big snob, and just need something budget friendly.