The Tea Blog

Ceylon Sun

May 7th, 2009

With Spring’s thunderclouds rolling through and announcing warm, humid weather to come, it’s time I focused on a taste that is refreshing, bright, and cool. My favorite by far among over 100 teas, Ceylon Sun.

Hot or iced, this is a rare jewel among other treasures, but especially on a warm day. My first whiff of this black tea from Sri Lanka brought to mind memories of a basic iced tea that had spent several days basking in the sun. As a child, I was never a huge fan of the bitter taste that always accompanied my mom’s own brew (probably of much lesser quality).

But leaving all bitter memories aside, there is nothing bitter or astringent about this tea. The aroma is bright and clear. The taste is crisp and refreshing. A perfect companion on a hot, humid day, I can already see the cool beads of condensation slipping down the side of my glass.

It’s simple. It’s straightforward.

It’s called Ceylon Sun, and it’s my favorite.

If you forget the name though, just look for the tag that says “Katie’s Favorite.”

Your Barista

Katie

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