Mike Petro > wrote in message >. ..
> what is the best way to
> objectively compare and otherwise judge a variety of similar teas? I
> want to eliminate as many external influences as possible and try to
> level the playing field.

Read some Alan M. Liebschutz's revews to get an idea.
http://groups.google.com/groups?hl=e...utz+%2Btasting