On Jan 29, 11:04*pm, Shen > wrote:
> The reality of my age and heritage has come to the forefront and I've
> developed a bit of hypertension and insomnia - not too high - high
> enough, though, that I must forsake caffeinated tea from late
> afternoon onward.
> So - here's the rub: I really LOVE a decent pot of tea and the
> decaffeinated I've had have lost flavour, as well as the buzz. Can't
> stomach fruity or scented stuff and really adore a good, stiff Yunnan
> Gold or a lingering Oolong and Shu and Sheng are my breakfast buddies.
> Anyone out there with a suggestion???
> Personally, I am seriously doubtful that there even be a palatable
> decaf availabale (tea snob, that I am); but, I am willing to give it a
> go.
> Thanks, all.
> Shen

A good pai mutan or silver needles.. Does not feel to have any
caffeine
at all, although strictly speaking they have as much caffeine. But
I can drink 2 pots before sleep and it doesn't make any difference at
all. I think this is due to high content of theanine? I wouldn't be
able
to drink decaf teas at all, I'd rather drink water - it tastes better
to me.
-ak