I am about to re-start learning which teas I like and I would
appreciate some suggestions for which ones to try based on what I have
tried so far.

I have been following this group for 2-3 years and sampling teas
irregularly. I have purchased a couple of samplers online (Upton,
Adagio, Bigelow) and a few random teas in 4 oz tins from the local tea
shop.

I should have kept records -- not only of the teas but the brewing
parameters. I think I prefer the greens. I find the blacks too bitter
unless I brew them for fairly short times (less than advised) --
usually 60-90 seconds. I don't think I've tried any oolongs, puerhs,
or whites.

I do somewhat like Earl Grey and English and Irish Breakfast but only
if brewed for a very short time.

I like the tea they serve in Japanese restaurants and (somewhat less)
the tea they serve in Chinese restaurants.

So, based on that, any suggestions for a few varieties to try? I plan
to buy 4-5 different types and compare and contrast, as my science
professors used to say.

Thanks

PS: Is anyone aware of any software for keeping track of teas and tea
making?

For each type of tea, it would need to track brand, vendor, year?,
price, etc.

For each brewing, it would need to track amount, temp, time, etc.

If not, maybe I'll write one (some day). Would anyone use it?


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