Finally, I've made loose leaf!

Apr 08, 2006 5 Replies
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Yesterday I found out about a very nice Tea shop in my city (Toledo, Ohio) and went there and fell in love with the place. So much nice stuff and so many teas. I was lost, but the man was very nice and helpful and I bought three samples to try. I am drinking my first cup now and I am truly amazed.



I told him I love ginseng tea and he suggested a green lemon ginseng. I say Ok. Well, a few minutes ago I decided to try some. Instead of using one of the wire mesh infuser balls I have, I used this gorgeous



8oz coffee press. I spooned the tea in there and when I poured the water in, I sat there and just watched in amazement. After about 4 minutes, I pushed the plunger down, poured the tea into my cup and as I am typing these words, I can honestly say that I am drinking the BEST cup of tea I have ever had in my life! This is remarkable and I've only scratched the surface!

I am going to get a notebook and keep track of what I like and what I may not like as not to forget anything.



I also bought Darjeeling and English Breakfast samples. They charge about $5 for 2 oz, so that is more expensive than online, but I thought I would try it and I am glad that I have.



Lastly, I also put my coffee pot and grinder in the closet. I don't think I will be using it anymore and when company comes over, well, they will be introduced to something real exciting.



Thanks all! Jane


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B

sweeet.. I think you'll find that you'll have years of enjoyment and experimentation with The Leaf.

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S

A tea press is the only way to watch the agony of the leaves. The pot is cylindrical and easy to spin up the leaves if they play dead too soon. I essentially remove the plunger and filter the tea when I pour. The plunger and filter never get in the way of my viewing pleasure even for a moment. I have a post on how to modify a tea press. My favorite leaf viewing infusion "a bush in the pot".

Jim

PS The cylindrical pot is a great way to show off the artisan designed blooming flower tea pods without buying a Buddha flower pot. While I'm here does anyone have a favorite creation or a good cheap source on where to buy?

BabyJane Hudson wrote: ...a little here, a little there...

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I agree, although I hate calling it the "agony" of the leaves.. that sounds so negative. I call it the "dance" of the leaves.

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D

I'm not so sure having scalding hot water tossed on top of you would be considered joyful or a "dance" but I think the agony of the leaf is pretty accurate :)

Even though it seems to have some negative connotation, it is a wonderful phrase that evokes a lot of imagery and basis for contemplation. Sugar coating it is fine, but the original phrase does cut right to the heart of the matter and when thought about is accurate and can actually be then seen to be a positive thing in the end.

- Dominic Drinking: Dragonwell

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