Melinda asks about Thai teas that are _other_ than the orange powdered stuff. It turns out, upon more careful inspection, that most of the tea sold in Thailand is imported from Assam. Actual tea production is very limited, and pretty much all black tea.
My friend upcountry sent me some locally grown black tea, and Melinda, if you want some I'll mail you an ounce. It's not really anything to write home about. Sorry, no naked guys, although if you find yourself in Chiang Mai I can give you a phone number. He's kind of cute if a bit soft around the edges.
--scott