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December 06, 2004
Envy Organic Green Tea
Name: Envy Organic Green Tea
Kathy's Rating: 6.0/10.0
Company: Tazo
Origin of tea: China
Price: ~$5/20 filterbags
Tea form: Shredded organic green tea leaves in bags
What they say: A floral, somewhat nutty blend of organic green teas from the misty mountains of Southwestern China.
Preparation method: Pour slightly below boiling water over tea bag and infuse for 3 minutes.
Review: To me, green tea has always been about pureness and relaxation. Sometimes, though, there's too much pesticides and other chemicals in the tea leaves, which makes it an unpleasant tea drinking experience. I was happy to see that Tazo Envy green tea is certified organic. In my experience, the organic teas have always been some of the best tasting ones. This tea is no exception to that experience - compared to other green teas in the same price range. When I compare this tea to finer, more expensive green teas, though, the taste is somewhat bland. I suspect this is because the leaves here are not first grade (the season's first picking). But, what can you expect when you pay ~$5 for 20 bags? Although Tazo says there's a 'nutty' taste to the tea, I didn't think so. It's more of a delicate, clean taste to me. I'd say that at the bargain price, this green tea is the best bang for your buck. It is also the tea you can drink everyday without feeling the need to 'save' it for special occasions, so drink up!
Posted by Kathy at December 6, 2004 07:38 PM