What does this tea taste like and what can I expect from the flavor profile?

The taste is a rich, warming blend built around a malty, rounded Tibetan black tea base. The sea buckthorn leaves and shoots add a fresh, slightly tart herbal profile, while the small amount of Sagan-Dailya (Rhododendron adamsii) contributes a distinctive resinous, alpine aroma. Together, this creates a more complex, layered flavor than a standard black tea, without a sharp, overly astringent edge. It's a contemplative cup suited to quiet breaks or cool weather.

Because the blend uses whole leaves and plant pieces, the flavor can evolve. The first infusion is typically the most robust. Many people enjoy a second steeping, which often reveals a softer, more nuanced character as the large leaf fragments fully open. To prepare it, use water just off the boil, steep for 3-5 minutes, and adjust time to your taste preference for strength.