January is National Hot Tea Month in the United States and Canada. So, what better time is there to try a hot tea blend that is new to me? Today I discovered a new-to-me blend from luxury purveyor of tea, TeaLeaves, at a patisserie adjoining the Hotel Bennett in Charleston, South Carolina. When I picked up a tin of this loose-leaf blend called Russian Earl Grey, I did not know what to expect. Would the flavor be smoky like that of a Russian Caravan blend?
Now back on Folly Beach and having sampled a cup of the tea, I would describe this blend as an Earl Grey that carries a stronger than usual note of citrus. No smoke detected. This smooth, black tea is enjoyable plain, which is how I usually take my tea. But I am thinking I will try the next cup with honey since I love the combination of honey with citrus.
If you find yourself in Charleston you may want to sample a tea at this establishment, La Patisserie, which is found at 404 King Street. If this one TeaLeaves blend is any indication, I am thinking that none of the teas at La Patisserie would disappoint.
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