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February 18, 2005
Chamomile
Name: Chamomile
Kathy's Rating: 6.0/10.0
Company: Adagio Teas
Origin of tea: China
Price: $6/4oz (~113.4g)
Tea form: Loose chamomile blossoms.
What they say: Chamomile is one of the oldest garden herbs, whose reputation as a medicinal plant shows little signs of abatement. Considered a universal remedy by the ancient Egyptians, Chamomile continues to be used today to battle illness, promote calm and relieve anxiety at bedtime. As a tisane (herbal tea), it is naturally caffeine-free. The finest varieties of Chamomile, of which our tea is great example, continue to come from Egypt. If you have yet to try it, you'll be pleasantly surprised by its superior flavor.
Preparation method: Pour boiling water over tea. Steep for 7 minutes.
Review: I haven't had a great experience with chamomile teas in the past. There's something about chamomile that makes the infusion taste flat and bland. I think chamomile is much better as a small note to a more flavorful base. That said, Adagio's chamomile tea is not bad at all, considering my past experiences.
That's not to say I thought this tea was spectacular - just that I thought it better than most chamomiles. That's why I rated this herbal tea a 6.0/10.0. Better than mediocre, but not drink-several-cups better. If you're a chamomile fan, you should definitely try this tea, though.
Posted by Kathy at February 18, 2005 11:15 PM