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Scott Dorsey
 
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In article >,
Phaedrine > wrote:
>In article >,
> (Scott Dorsey) wrote:
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>> Upton's has several different Kenyan teas, and also a Malawi BOP that
>> is quite similar to the Kenyan types. I can't believe that you'd have
>> to order the stuff from here in the US, though. Have you tried Harrod's?

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>I recently obtained some Kenyan BOP from Upton. It's the most powdery,
>disappointing tea I've ever had from them. Tastewise, I find it has a
>peculiar edge that bothers me a bit and it will likely be my last
>experiment with Kenyan tea. OTOH, all my other experiences with Upton
>teas have been extremely favorable.


The ones I have tried have all been pretty much like that. No actual
nose to them. No fruitiness and no floweriness, but a very deep and
robust flavour.

I could see somebody liking it a lot as part of a blend with something
lighter and more floral or fruity. I could also see it as a good drink
early in the morning. Very thick.
--scott
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