thursday.23.june.2011
Almost a year to the date, Father Dearest made a trip back to Toronto to visit our friends at the Canadian Barista and Coffee Academy at the end of May. Our lovely host from the workshop last year and super coffee shop supplies supplier, Dawson, was most obliging in facilitating a meeting with the roaster at Social. Social – the makers of such fantastic coffees as the People’s Liberation and People's Daily- will be our main coffee bean supplier at the Perfect Cup café. However, this post is not about the coffees (of which Father Dearest brought back an ample supply) but about the teas.
I must admit, I wasn’t overly excited about teas before- I mean, we’ve got so many fantastic coffees to get through first! However, the gorgeous selection of teas that were brought back changed my mind.
Roasted Almond:
Apparently this is the newest craze in Social’s Specialty Teas up in Toronto. As I’ve been living off of Almond milk for the last month and a half, I figured Almond tea would be quite enjoyable too… it was! The almond pieces are mixed with sweet apple pieces, beetroot (for colour) and spices. When the pack is opened, a sweet aroma of cinnamon and apple touched with nutty goodness greets the drinker. Add water and the scent of almonds is most pronounced. Taste: I personally find that the taste of apple is prevalent for the first few sips. As the tea cools, however, the nutty taste of almonds takes over. No milk or sugar recommended.
Verdict: A different and delicious alternative to the usual sweet and fruity herbal teas.
Stay tuned for the Red Chai!
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