Another beautiful early Autumn day

The sky is deep blue, the air is crisp, the temperatures are in the mid-60's, the sun is shining but the angle of the light looks different...it is definately time for a cup of tea that tastes and smells of Autumn. Harney and Sons "Cranberry Autumn" is a blend with rich flavors of cranberry and orange mixed with a solid black tea base. The first thing you notice when you open the tin is a rather sweet cranberry aroma and the pieces of orange and dried cranberries. While steeping the tea the sweetness is not as apparent and the scent of the black teas comes forward. The brewed liquid has a tangy-sweet, citrusy taste which becomes stronger as the tea cools (this tea is also delicious over ice when Indian Summer comes in). This is not a tea that holds up well to the addition of milk, sugar or lemon as that destroys the flavor nuances and it also is not a tea to keep for a long period of time as it seems to 'get tired' so I buy a new tin each fall. One of the pleasant Autumn rituals...like putting out the mums and pumpkins and lighting the harvest spice scented candles that make this season so special. Please share an Autumn tea experience you have had.

 

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  • 9/19/2007 10:21 PM DJNL wrote:
    I agree...Autumn is my favorite time of year and nothing is better than a nice cup of tea on a cool Autumn morning!
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