Have you tried flowering or blooming tea?
By blueskies
@blueskies (1186)
United States
February 15, 2007 10:55am CST
I saw this type of tea on several websites and was intriqued. If you go to http://www.worldpantry.com/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/CategoryDisplay?cgmenbr=175633&cgrfnbr=191380&hptype=ppcgoog&hbv1=floweringtea you can actually watch one of the teas in action.
I just ordered a tea set with a clear teapot and an extra bouquet to have delivered to my mother for her birthday. She is a tea lover, so I hope she will love her gift.
Never having tried the teas myself, I'm a bit nervous that they don't taste as wonderful as they look. Has anyone tried them? If so, do they live up to their appearance?
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@YuhMin (63)
• United States
15 Feb 07
Yes, and they do taste wonderful. Just be sure NOT to put any sugar in with the tea, as they're meant to be tasted and smelled just as they are. And the scent of the teas are wonderful. They really do look like blossoming flowers in the cup, and often have a splash of color on the inside from a real (dried) flower that also adds to the flavor of the tea.
@maildumpster (3815)
• United States
27 Feb 07
I've never tried it but it looks interesting. Have you gotten it yet? Have you tried it yet? I am dying to know what you think
@sandie61 (2359)
• United States
22 Feb 07
I`ve never heard of that kind of tea before. let us know how your Mother likes it. happy Birthday to your Mom!
@Perry2007 (2229)
• Philippines
20 Feb 07
There was a tea plant given to me by one of my uncle way back at our farm, I was able to let that grow and flowers bloomed from it.
The tea you were is different, havent tried that one.
@yanjiaren (9031)
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17 Feb 07
oh i am an avid tea drinker lol..i love to try all different types of teas and i really appreciate your informative post..i wil go and look this one up looks like it evaded me lol
@cassidy22 (2974)
• United States
16 Feb 07
Thanks for sharing. I have never heard of this, but LOVE to drink loose tea. I think this would be fabulous, especially at a brunch at home or something. I can't wait to try it!
@sonnet (164)
• South Korea
16 Feb 07
I bought this as a present for a Canadian girl here in Korea one Christmas. Not the same brand as you linked though. It's beautiful looking and and the homemade results look just like the pictures. The taste varies (I bought her three different herbs) and it's so pretty when it's made up that you can't help but enjoy it, especially with friends over.
@princeworthy (1909)
• United States
23 Feb 07
Wow! Those look really cool! My mom loves tea and her birthday is comming up next month. I think I will get her a set for her birthday like you did. Let me know how she likes it.
@rogue13xmen13 (14402)
• United States
16 Feb 07
You mean like "Drama de Noche" or "Lady of the Night", that is said to help get rid of Asthma.
@Ridgydidge (558)
• Australia
16 Feb 07
There is a new store called T2 in my local shopping centre, has all sorts of tea & tea orientated items. One of the things I found & bought was some blooming tea. (if you were in England, might sound rude… lol) I still haven’t tried it, as I only bought it to get out of the store; miss 10 was playing with items, & got talking to the sales lady. Looks impressive if nothing else.
@Discordia (95)
• Canada
16 Feb 07
Wow, that is so cool! I'm a tea lover and I never saw or heard of this before. I'll definitely have to find some at my local Asian market!
@mari61960 (4893)
• United States
16 Feb 07
Wow that's pretty cool, I'm going to have to order this for my friend. She loves tea and I'm sure she will love this as a gift. I'm going to also look around and see if they sell it local anywhere. Thanks for sharing, I hope your mom enjoys it. Very unique gift for anyone really.
@chaygylmommy (2470)
• United States
15 Feb 07
No, I have never seen or heard of this, but I, too, am intrigued. I will definately have to check it ou. I love tea.
