The Month of Strong Opinions and Even Stronger Aromas
This month’s pick? It’s… divisive. It’s dramatic. It’s walking into a room wearing too much cologne.
Tea of the Month: Harney & Sons Black Cask Bourbon
Even before brewing, this tea comes in loud. The aroma hits you like it’s got something to prove—smoky, boozy, bold, and just a little bit unhinged. It’s like someone dropped a bourbon barrel into a bonfire, then bottled the air and said, “Here. Make tea with this.”
Now, to be fair, this isn’t a bad tea. It’s a very specific tea. It knows what it is and makes no apologies.
And while I personally can’t get behind it flavor-wise, I’m fascinated by it. Because here’s the thing:
There’s a real possibility that one of you will absolutely love it.
Maybe you’re a smoky tea person. Maybe you love bold flavors that punch you in the mouth. Maybe this is the tea that pairs perfectly with the exact bourbon in your cabinet. Maybe this becomes your unexpected favorite and you feel seen.
So this month, I’m not offering a cozy memory or a nostalgic backstory—I’m offering a challenge.
Brew it. Try it. And tell me where you land:
- “This is weird and I kind of love it.”
- “This is weird and I kind of hate it.”
- “What even is this and why is it staring into my soul?”
There’s no right answer—only honest steeping.
Here’s to stepping outside our comfort zone, one smoky cup at a time.
Cautiously caffeinated,