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christmas

type: black

origin: sri lanka flavors

caffeine: strong

price level: $$$$

The tea to get you into the holiday spirit! This blend of bright, tangy Ceylon black tea flavored with warm cinnamon, pungent cloves, and orange peels is a Christmas delight. Spicy and fresh aroma, outdoorsy and cozy, with a balanced tangy flavor and slightly sweet finish. Perfect to sip while decking the halls, being jolly, or dreaming of a white Christmas. Steep at 212°F for 3 minutes

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    • LD

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      who says Christmas comes but once a year. As soon as I opened the bag. aromas reminded me of Christmas. Flavors really shined in this tea. Future's list definitely

    • 

      Hm, I think I'm not a fan. The black tea base is very bitter and the flavors don't really stand out.

    • 

      Strong clove spice aroma from the dry tea leaves. One clove, some cinnamon, cardamom, didn't note ginger or orange. 2 min @ 165. Medium spice fragrance, black tea with a hint of spice flavor, no bitterness or astringency. Added milk and it was okay, but not for me.

    • TJ

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      I got this tea as part of a winter sampler set and it was my favorite of the bunch. It doesn't have much to differentiate it from a typical Constant Comment-type tea, but that tea is a classic for a reason: it's great! You can't go wrong with a balanced combo of strong black tea, citrus, and spice.

    • 

      I love this spicy black tea! At anytime of the year. It's wonderful hot or cold-brewed. One of my favorites!

    • 

      This is a delicious spicy tea that I could drink all year round. It has a wonderful aftertaste!

    • SC

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      Loved this tea! Great flavors. I usually love a tea with cinnamon and cloves and this was another great tea!

    • KO

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      I'm glad that I tried this tea, but I won't be having it again. It smells wonderful, but the spice tastes are a bit strong for me and don't blend together very well.

    • 

      This was a very flavorful tea. The right amount of spice for this black tea

    • 

      A nice spiced tea to sip on Christmas morning or any day during the winter months. Nice blend of flavors.

    • W

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      At first years ago, I hated this tea, it tasted and smelled awful. Somehow 15 years later, I love it, with the smell and taste of sweet and tangy bits of fruit and spices.

    • 

      While I don't like it as much as some of the other holiday teas Adagio has on offer -- there is a bit too much going on -- it still has that distinct spiced, fruity flavor combo that really makes you think of the holidays. Good for when you want to feel festive!

    • 

      The cinnamon and orange really shine through. It makes for a warm and cozy feeling! I recommend this one for Christmas morning for sure :)

    • 

      I got this in the sample size to try it and I was not disappointed. The aroma and flavors were delicious. It was like Christmas in a cup. But I could drink it all year long.

    • 

      There's a lot going on here, and I can't quite understand it. It's like a weak chai, with cinnamon, cardamon, cloves, and ginger, but it also has a citrus spritz. Decent black tea, the flavors just feel muddled to me.

    • MJ

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      A nice spiced tea, and has a nice amount of citrus "bite" if you're into that. Not my favorite, personally, but it gets the job done and is certainly festive!

    • 

      A mildly spiced tea with a hint of orange that steps forward with a little sweetener. (190°F x 3 min)

    • 

      I was disappointed in this tea. It's still a nice cup, but the flavors weren't as strong as I expected. There are other teas out there with a more festive feel to them.

    • 

      Little sister is absolutely in love with this tea. Wassail scent and her eyes lit up like Christmas morning!

    • 

      Just okay, not too into this blend. The spice was too heavy

    • 

      Bought this tea for my sister and she really enjoys it!

    • 

      It’s decent. Not as spicy as I wanted but still good.

    • 

      Not a bad tea. This has some rather nice spice to it. Next time, I'm going to see how well of a latte it makes.

      It's very similar to Christmas Tea from Twinings and somewhat to Constant Comment from Bigelow.

    • 

      Reminds me of constant comment, only not as strong. Not bad, but not my favorite.

    • CK

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      Quite a good tea but feels like a flavor combination I’ve tasted so many times before in Adagio’s monthly subscription box so it doesn’t seem super distinct to me.

    • 

      This tea is absolutely perfect. Sweetened with a little bit of the rock sugar crystals, and it was wonderful on this cold day!

    • JM

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      the name says it all. It is christmas in a mug of warm delicious tea

    • 

      A lovely black tea with a good combination of citrus and spice. I love an orange spice tea and this one was a treat.

    • 

      Mellow spices, a happy feeling. It's like a gentle warmth, nothing too intense. It can be enjoyed on its own or with cream and sugar.

    • 

      A nice Christmassy black teablend with subtle orange and spice. Gets the point across without being overpowering. Probably won't drink regularly, but wouldn't turn down an offered cup.

    • 

      If you have had pepper cookies, you have a pretty good idea of what this tea is. I brewed it at a lower temp (out of laziness) and I think I missed out on some of the flavor. I wish I just did it right. But it was still very Christmassy!

    • 

      Hits all the right notes in terms of Christmas flavors. Spice and fruit all wrapped up in a cup like a Christmas present.

    • 

      Spices are a bit lighter in this than other blends. But no one flavor dominates which is nice. The base tea is quite bitter and astringent though, so not my favorite.

    • 

      Holiday flavors abound in this fun tea, enjoyed and will drink again!

    • AW

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      I love the idea of this tea, but I found the flavors a bit underwhelming. I would love to have more of the spices!

    • 

      Enjoyed it, although I found it a bit overwhelming of cinammon.

    • 

      I'm definitely not a fan of this tea. I wouldn't necessarily say it's bad; the flavors just don't really do it for me. I must have a very different idea of what Christmas should taste like. =)

    • 

      I usually dont like black tea but this one is really good. Its got a nice spice tonight

    • 

      Love this tea. Whenever I have it it takes me back to a drink my mom made for me as a child.

    • 

      Delicious and perfect for the holiday season! Lovely with a little milk and sugar

    • 

      I like this. Easy to over steep, which makes it really bitter. Good when it is done right though. I like the spice flavor. I do prefer other teas for the holidays, but I wouldn’t turn this down if someone gave it to me.

    • 

      I loved it more the first time I got it, but the second time just wasn't hitting the same notes. It's spice, and over all a very good cup of black tea.