Several years ago, Prince Charles served Makaibari Silver Tips Iced at a prestigious function. We were fortunate enough to have been sent one of the programmes as a souvenir. Closer to home, the World Tea Expo in early May in Las Vegas is hosting several Tea Contests. Last week, one of my good friends and journalists, Lindsey Goodwin, informed us that she submitted a Tea Cocktail recipe to one of these competitions and Makaibari is in one of the recipes. It's called Las Vegas Iced Tea. We were tickled pink! Here's the link to vote:
http://www.worldteaexpo.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=888&Itemid=450
Have fun and vote! And here's Lindsey's recipe:
Las Vegas Iced Tea
Tea Used: Makaibari Darjeeling Second Flush
A sophisticated variation on Long Island Iced Tea -- second flush Darjeeling meets honeyed bourbon, pomegranate liqueur and vanilla vodka for a smooth, balanced sweet-tannic taste with a hint of pomegranate tartness in the finish.
Normally I'm an Assam girl, but when this year's Makaibari first flush tea came out, I was intrigued, and thought I'd give it a try. I am officially a fan! It's crisp, clean and flavorful. The taste is rich and complex enough for my morning cup. Definitely best without milk, so all the flavors can find full expression.
Vayu blend is one of my favorites of Silver Tips Ayurvedic herbal teas. It's fresh and aromatic with a smooth, silky finish. And who can resist those tiny rose buds?