Compass Tea Company Loose Leaf Black Tea 'Chai Chi'

Tea Information:
Tea: Chai Chi
Type: Black Tea
Packaging: Loose Leaf
Company: Compass Teas
Purchase: Here
Description: Talk about comfort in a teacup! This delicious Chai tea is a perfect afternoon tea. It could easily be considered a 'dessert tea' that could help you cut your calorie and fat intake by substituting this fragrant cup for your normal dessert. Scrumptious as is, but tastes amazing with a spoonful or two of our all natural Amber Sugar Gems (made of pure Cane Sugar) and a dash of milk, if you like.
Ingredients:
Black tea- Antioxidant rich, helps keep body hydrated, may help reduce your daily calorie intake which can lead to weight loss
Rooibos- Aid in digestion, high in antioxidants, rich in vitamins and minerals
Chicory Root - Aid in digestion
Spices, Flavoring

Steep Information:
Amount: 2 tsp
Water: 12 oz
Tool: kati loose tea system (my Review here.)
Steep Time: a little over 2 minutes (http://steep.it/)
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: not much (old sample)
Steeped Tea Smell: cinnamon, spice
Flavor: black tea, cinnamon, pepper, woody
Body: Full
Aftertaste: sweet spice
Liquor: translucent dark brown

This was a gift from TeaEqualsBliss.

This is a different kind of chai, I like the rooibos and black mix. I need to try with honey.

Rating: 3/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing







I received this product for free. All my reviews are as unbiased as possible, whether I buy or receive free product. I accept no other compensation other than free product.

Compass Teas Loose Leaf Herbal Tisane 'Chill Pill'

Tea Information:
Tea: Chill Pill
Type: Herbal Tisane (Tea is technically only from the camellia sinensis plant)
Packaging: Loose Leaf
Company: Compass Teas
Purchase: Here
Description: Need to take a Chill Pill to calm you down? This infusion is full of Vitamin C, antioxidants, and the wonderful soothing benefits of high quality herbs. You'll love the orange / chamomile flavor that's sure to calm you down on your stressful days, and help slip you off into sweet dreams at night.
Ingredients:
Chamomile- Soothes, relaxes, anxiety reducer
Citrus peels- Vitamin C, immunity booster
Rose-hips- Vitamins A, C, D, E, antioxidants, immunity booster
Chrysanthemum buds- Contains calcium, fiber, iron, magnesium, potassium & thought to help correct imbalances in liver & kidneys
Hibiscus- Vitamin C, immunity booster, weight loss aid
Tarragon- Soothes, relaxes, anxiety reducer
Orange Blossoms- Accenting feature
Mint- Upset tummy tamer
Lemongrass- Refreshing taste, promotes digestion of fats
Flavoring- Enhances the natural goodness of this tea

Steep Information:
Amount: entire sample
Water: 1000ml boiling water
Tool: Swivel Teapot
Steep Time: a little over 5 minutes
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: I forgot! I was too excited.
Steeped Tea Smell: chamomile, lemongrass, citrus, mint
Flavor: lemongrass, chamomile
Body: Light/Medium/Full
Aftertaste: mint
Liquor: translucent green-yellow

Gift from TeaEqualsBliss, thank you.

It's OK, it's nicer than plain chamomile but not anything special.

It got more orange as it sat, and sweeter.

Rating: 2/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing









I received this as a gift. All my reviews are as unbiased as possible, whether I buy or receive free product. I accept no other compensation other than free product.

Compass Teas Loose Leaf Black Tea 'Creamy Peppermint'

Tea Information:
Tea: Creamy Peppermint
Type: Black Tea
Packaging: Loose Leaf
Company: Compass Teas
Purchase: Here
Description: Delicious creamy peppermint tea that is sure to put you in a jolly spirit! We highly recommend trying it with our Sugar Gems and a dash of milk.
Ingredients:
Black tea- Antioxidant rich, helps keep body hydrated, may help reduce your daily calorie intake which can lead to weight loss
Peppermint- Refreshing cool mint taste
Cream flavoring- Comforting, mellowing flavor

Steep Information:
Amount: 2 tsp
Water: hot spigot water
Tool: kati loose tea system (my Review here.)
Steep Time: a little over 2 minutes+ (http://steep.it/) since i forgot about it for a little
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: mint
Steeped Tea Smell: mellow mint with hints of black tea
Flavor: mint, followed by black tea
Body: Full
Aftertaste: astringent, bitter
Liquor: opaque dark orange brown

A gift from TeaEqualsBliss, thank you.

I should have watched it closer and only did 2 min, and added sugar and cream - next time.

Rating: 2/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing

Compass Teas Loose Leaf Herbal Tisane 'Good Morning Breakfast Blend'

Tea Information:
Tea: Good Morning Breakfast Blend
Type: Herbal Tisane (Tea is technically only from the camellia sinensis plant)
Packaging: Loose Leaf
Company: Compass Teas
Purchase: Here
Description: Enjoy the amazing benefits of this herbal blend. Start the day off with the immunity boosting properties of
Vitamin C or enjoy it right before bedtime, since this blend is Naturally Caffeine Free. Great anytime of day.
Ingredients:
Spearmint- Refreshing, cooling, digestive aid, upset tummy tamer
Orange peel, lemon peel- Vitamin C, immunity booster
Lemon verbena- Relaxing, soothing, may help ease muscle tensions
Rosehips- Vitamins A, C, D, E, high in antioxidants, immunity booster
* Made with All Organic Ingredients

Steep Information:
Amount: 4 tsp
Water: hot spigot water
Tool: kati loose tea system (my Review here.)
Steep Time: a little over 5 minutes (http://steep.it)
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: citrus, floral
Steeped Tea Smell: MINT, orange, lemon
Flavor: floral, mint
Body: Medium/Full
Aftertaste: orange, mint
Liquor: translucent orange-green

Took much MINT, bleh. That flavor overwhelmed the rest of the cup. I am not a huge mint fan unless it's iced - and has alcohol.

This was a gift from TeaEqualsBliss, thank you.

Rating: 1/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing

Compass Teas Loose Leaf Black Tea 'Fireside Blend'

Tea Information:
Tea: Fireside Blend
Type: Black Tea
Packaging: Loose Leaf
Company: Compass Teas
Purchase: Here
Description: This elegant citrus and spice black tea blend will have you imagining cozy, snowy nights cuddling up to the fire, and days that you can actually relax. Brew yourself a cup and enjoy the comforting scents of citrus, cloves, and cardamom. Even if you only have five minutes, brew yourself a cup of tea, breathe in the calming scent and sip and slip into a mini-vacation by the fireside.
Ingredients:
Black tea- Antioxidant rich, helps keep body hydrated, may help reduce your daily calorie intake which can lead to weight loss
Citrus peels- Vitamin C, immunity boosting
Almonds- * Smooth flavor - However, please be careful if you have nut related allergies
Rose petals- Accenting feature
Cloves, Vanilla bits, Cardamom- Warming, comforting scents

Steep Information:
Amount: 2 tsp
Water: hot spigot water
Tool: kati loose tea system (my Review here.)
Steep Time: a little over 2 minutes (http://steep.it/)
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: floral, vanilla
Steeped Tea Smell: vanilla, black tea
Flavor: astringent black tea with hints of vanilla, clove
Body: Medium
Aftertaste: astringent, nutty
Liquor: translucent dark orange brown

A gift from TeaEqualsBliss, thank you!

Post-Steep Additives: + 1 honey stick = a little spicier

I like it, and would select to have it again if it was an option

Steepster Reviews here.

Rating: 3/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing

Compass Teas Loose Leaf Green Herbal Yerba Mate Tea 'Cherry Bomb'

Tea Information:
Tea: Cherry Bomb
Type: Green Herbal Yerba Mate Tea
Packaging: Loose Leaf
Company: Compass Teas
Purchase: Here
Description: Blast away that bad mood! This delicious cherry flavored tea is full of goodness and is sure to lift your spirits (especially since it tastes kind of like fruit punch when sweetened)

This blend contains Yerba Mate, which is a natural and nutritious stimulant that is said to help provide mental clarity, improve digestion, burn fat, relieve pain, enhance memory & immunity, and has a reputation for being a great energy & mood lifter.
Ingredients:
Yerba Mate- Mood lifter, weight loss aid, immunity booster
Green tea- Antioxidant rich, helps keep body hydrated, may help reduce your daily calorie intake which can lead to weight loss
Rose-hips- Vitamins A, C, D, E, antioxidants, immunity booster
Dandelion leaf- Mood lifter
Hibiscus- Vitamin C, immunity booster, weight loss aid
Cherry flavoring- Perfectly enhances the natural goodness of this tea
Rose petals- Accenting feature

Steep Information:
Amount: 3 tsp
Water: hot spigot water
Tool: kati loose tea system (my Review here.)
Steep Time: a little over 1 minute (http://steep.it)
Served: Hot

Tasting Notes:
Dry Leaf Smell: fruity, floral
Steeped Tea Smell: cherry, fruity, floral, spring!
Flavor: cherry, fruity, floral
Body: Medium
Aftertaste: floral
Liquor: translucent orange-red

Enjoyable, makes this dreary winter day a little more like spring. I bet this would be good iced as well.

This was a gift from TeaEqualsBliss!

Rating: 3/4 leaves


Leaf system:
1=Bleh! not again if it were free
2=Acceptable, if it were free or there were limited other tea options
3=I might purchase this tea from time to time, or select it while out
4=A staple in our cupboard from now on, I will purchase and keep purchasing