The Du Hamman
Company/Brand Name: Le Palais Des Thés
Name: Thé Du Hammam
Category: Flavored Green Tea
Form: Loose Leaf
Origin of the Leaf: China
The Leaves: Long, flat green leaves sprinkled with large flower petals
Additions: Flower Petals (Rose, Sunflower, Mallow), Aromas
Flavor: A light, floral green tea with sweet notes of exotic fruit
Overall: A scrumptious, flavored green tea that inspires the imagination and tantalizes the taste buds. I think we’re going to be long-time friends!
Tea Review:
When I first opened Thé Du Hammam I was briefly mesmerized by the glorious perfume of the leaves. The smell reminded me of luscious strawberries with a touch of vanilla, wrapped in a flowery bouquet.
It’s the kind of fragrance that lifts the spirits and excites the senses.
Because I was so fascinated by the smell of the leaves, I brewed up a cup straight away!
As the leaves and petals blossomed in the hot water, I detected a faint aroma of berries and vanilla in the air. My anticipation was nearly unbearable.
Then, to fully enjoy the moment, I settled into a comfy chair and took my first sip and it was simply divine.
On the nose there was a sweet, almost sensuous scent with hints of vanilla bean, exotic flowers and berries. Then as the green tea cascaded into my mouth, the intoxicating fragrance lingered.
At first, I detected a flavor that prompted a memory of marshmallows; fluffy, light and sweet. Then notes of orange blossoms and exotic fruits engaged my senses before the underlying vegetal note made a subtle and refreshing appearance.
Next, a slight tanginess on my tongue left the final impression before the last bit was swallowed.
The finish was graceful and soft like a delicate flower.
One of the key pleasures of this green tea was the fragrance, so inhale deeply and slowly before each sip for maximum enjoyment!
Packaging:
The Du Hammam Packaging (Silver Pouch)
Thé Du Hammam tea came in a foil-lined, silver pouch with label that was printed in both French and English.
Upon exploring the Le Palais Des Thés web page, I discovered that there are several packaging options for the “Les Créations” collection.
For instance, if ordering Thé Du Hammam you have the option of a large silver pouch (like the one I received), a slim silver tin, gourmet tea bags, or a colorful tea canister.
I just love having options!
Preparation Tips:
The directions on the bag where straightforward, just use a water temperature of 170F and a steep time of three minutes.
However, I found that I preferred the taste of Thé Du Hammam when infused for about two-three minutes in water that was about 163F. By reducing the water temperature, there was less bitterness and I was able to enjoy all the subtle flavors more fully.
Lastly, I only used filtered water to sample this lovely, flavored green tea. The flavors are too fine and elusive for tap water.
Additional Notes:
Iced Tea: I really enjoyed this green tea iced; the sweet-berry-fruitiness really stood out when the tea was chilled. There was also a slight creaminess to the overall taste, that made Thé Du Hammam a delightful and uplifting chilled drink.
I Want This Tea!
If you’d like to purchase this tea just click the link below, it will take you directly to Thé Du Hammam web page. Enjoy!
Vendor Provided Sample: Yes
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Photo Credits: A Girl With Tea
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Remember to live, laugh, love and drink plenty of tea.
