BH06: Holy Basil Green Leaf - Organic
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Commercial Description:
Our green whole-leaf grade of Holy Basil has a mix of bold leaf and stem, consistent with traditional preparations of this remarkable herb. The pleasant infusion has a mild minty taste, with hints of clove and spice.
Brewing Instructions: (from Upton Tea Imports)
Leaf Quantity: 2¼ g/cup
Water Temp: 212° (boiling)
Steep Time: 8 min.
Ratings & Reviews:
| Review by Alex Zorach on Jan. 13th, 2010 |
| Total: 21/30 : Aroma: 8/10, Flavor: 4/5, Value: 4/5, Overall: 5/10 |
| Very different from the purple-leaf variety, which I like better. This has a very strong metallic character in the taste, and the aroma suggests a metallic character too. The aroma is more similar to the purple variety, perhaps less of a cinnamon character and more clove. I've also tried the green-leafed Tulsi from Mountain Rose Herbs. Theirs is more bitter, but has less of the metallic character. I find this tea makes me thirsty when I drink it. I don't like the way I feel after drinking it as much as the purple variety from Upton. I recommend using less leaf--only about one teaspoon is good--otherwise this tea is too strong. |
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