Hot Cinnamon Spice

A quality tea. Very smooth, very little bitterness, and smells amazing. I will say I am definitely surprised by how much orange comes through, I was not expecting that, but it is still very pleasant.

I don’t know how it happened, but it seemed like overnight. I became a tea person. What a wonderful thing that is! I just had a feeling that in the cooler weather I would just love some hot cinnamon something and of course that was tea that I was craving. I found cinnamon tea, which, in my old life, I didn’t even know existed. So y’all can have your pumpkin spice, but I’ll take cinnamon any day. I have some that has caffeine for the mornings, and some that is decaf for the afternoons. Some that is hot cinnamon, and some that is regular cinnamon. Harney & Sons are now my new BFF, and I’ve put my orders on monthly subscription. It’s quality tea, and the perfect blend. They have cinnamon and my favorite, HOT Cinnamon. (I’ll admit, as a newcomer to hot tea, that’s initially what I thought the “hot” meant; hot as opposed to tea that’s great for cold brewing.) but that spicy kick pairs great with the caffeine every morning when I sit down to work. I read that loose-leaf tea has more flavor, and I’ve found that to be true. I don’t go a day without my tea, now! (Actually, I don’t usually go a day without FOUR CUPS of tea!) It’s delicious and reasonably priced. The funny part is that at first, I didn’t realize there was caffeinated and decaffeinated tea. I was so glad to discover that, and find both in my favorite flavor —Oh, and it’s sugar-free!

I love Harney & Sons teas. I previously bought the H&S chocolate mint tea, & while I'm not a fan of chocolate mint, this one is so yummy. I bought another tin to send to my parents. I was searching their loose teas and saw this one. Wow this is exceptional tea. Such mellow flavors that blend together so well. No one flavor over takes the others. The aroma of this tea steeping a is wonderful. This is truly a treat. One of my favorite go to teas now. Can't wait to try more.

Maybe my tastes are dulling with age, but it seems like many flavored teas (and other products) have such a weak flavor that it's hard to tell it's not just ordinary tea. This Cinnamon Spice, however, has a wonderful strong flavor - you know immediately you're not drinking ordinary black tea. The flavor is not overwhelming, but you're certainly not going to miss it. I find the flavors remind me of late fall, especially when it starts to get much colder and you start to really want a hot drink when you come in from outside. My relationship with loose-leaf tea was transformed when I found extra-fine mesh infusers. Not sure when they came out, but the extra-fine mesh leaks almost nothing (only a little very fine 'dust' that you can barely see) into the tea, and they are pretty easy to empty and clean. A huge improvement on the old "tea balls" and other infusers that leaked many small tea leaves into your tea. It is wonderful to be able to properly brew and enjoy this loose-leaf tea with no hassle. Very nearly as easy as tea bags, but tastes fresher and the loose leaf in the tin seems to stay fresh much longer than tea bags. If you like robust flavor this hot cinnamon spice is well worth trying.

Pretty good but different than my expectation. I would describe the flavor as having a touch of cinnamon, different than other English Breakfast teas I have had. I prefer Taylor’s English Breakfast, but I think I’m liking this more than my first impression as I’ve used most of the tin. I’ll have to try Taylor’s again to compare.

After trying a London Fog latte, I wanted to recreate it at home, and this tea caught my eye because it contained everything I was looking for. Upon opening the container, the scent is pleasant and strong. The tea leaves are a mix of broken pieces and small bits. The bergamot is noticeable but more delicate than I prefer — I personally like an intense bergamot flavor. Once brewed, the taste is nuanced and mild, offering a nice strength for cozy afternoon sipping. I would not use this as a morning latte base, as the oolong makes it too smooth for that purpose. When mixed with sugar and milk, the tea feels delicate; the bergamot and floral notes can become subdued behind steamed milk. Overall, this blend is subtle and elegant — lightly citrusy with soft floral notes. It’s an easy and inviting tea without being overpowering. A refined and gentle spin on an Earl Grey Crème.

Looking for a tea with apricot in particular and found Fruits d'Alsace, tried it and loved it! It's the smoothest, most delicate fruit flavored tea. Not tart, like those ones with rose hips, not fake flavored, not overwhelming, just the perfect amount of fruit flavoring. I use the loose leaf and this is now my new favorite. Their blackcurrant tea is also a really good tea, although I like it iced. Both are really good teas!

I thought it was very spicy. I have tried other brands. Not my favorite. Taste like chocolate and cloves to me.