Sep 13th, '08, 10:38
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by Jack_teachat » Sep 13th, '08, 10:38
Salsero wrote:Jack_teachat wrote: have you tried either of the more expensive varieties which they offer, if so how do they compare to the Emperor?
As I read it, the Emperor is the most expensive Long Jing on that site @ $47.40 per 100 grams, vs $36.50, $16.70, and $32.90. It is a really confusing layout at TeaSpring. I think they used to have one that was a notch more expensive, but that doesn't seem to be the case currently.
The Tai Ping Hou Kui is $49.20 and it is
wonderful.
Doh! I've done it again! I should really start paying more attention to the price per gram of the tea that I buy. My intention was to order a mid-range Long Jing but I guess I've gone and ordered 25g of the really good stuff, oh well!
I did the same the first time I ordered gyokuro from O-cha... Bought the Kame giru-shi thinking "thats a good price" and then realised it was a 50g bag and their most premium offering! I must say now I'm really looking forward to my Teaspring samples arriving!
Sep 13th, '08, 13:34
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by Salsero » Sep 13th, '08, 13:34
Jack_teachat wrote: My intention was to order a mid-range Long Jing but I guess I've gone and ordered 25g of the really good stuff, oh well!
A guardian spirit is guiding you despite yourself! I also ordered the Kame giru-shi the same way, but in my case the guiding spirit was Olivierco.
Sep 13th, '08, 13:49
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by olivierco » Sep 13th, '08, 13:49
Jack_teachat wrote:I did the same the first time I ordered gyokuro from O-cha... Bought the Kame giru-shi thinking "thats a good price" and then realised it was a 50g bag and their most premium offering!
Considering the quite unique taste of Uji Gyokuro "Kame-Giru-Shi", I still think "thats a good price"
Sep 13th, '08, 14:02
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by Salsero » Sep 13th, '08, 14:02
olivierco wrote: I still think "thats a good price"
All I know is that I had tried 2 or 3 so called Gyokuros previously and they were a complete waste of money at any price. Now I know I have had a real Gyokuro experience. So, yes, the price is very reasonable.
Sep 13th, '08, 14:57
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by Jack_teachat » Sep 13th, '08, 14:57
I agree it is a good price! The fact is I ordered it believing it to be the cheapest when it was actually the most expensive!
Sep 13th, '08, 18:28
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by devites » Sep 13th, '08, 18:28
I had a great nonpareli session this morning so it is a good tea. I think Washington has the best water in the US so that may be a factor.
Sep 13th, '08, 20:43
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by Proinsias » Sep 13th, '08, 20:43
Salsero wrote:Jack_teachat wrote: have you tried either of the more expensive varieties which they offer, if so how do they compare to the Emperor?
As I read it, the Emperor is the most expensive Long Jing on that site @ $47.40 per 100 grams, vs $36.50, $16.70, and $32.90. It is a really confusing layout at TeaSpring. I think they used to have one that was a notch more expensive, but that doesn't seem to be the case currently.
The Tai Ping Hou Kui is $49.20 and it is
wonderful.
Oh dear, this might hurt your wallet Sal but I feel I must mention. If you check the tribute long jing and then check the click down tab for price/size they will allow you to spend the princely sum of $53.90 on 50g of jing pin grade long jing.
I think that qualifies as at least a notch more expensive.
Sep 13th, '08, 22:31
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by Salsero » Sep 13th, '08, 22:31
Proinsias wrote: Oh dear, this might hurt your wallet Sal but I feel I must mention. If you check the tribute long jing and then check the click down tab for price/size they will allow you to spend the princely sum of $53.90 on 50g of jing pin grade long jing.
Wow, the AAA and the King Pin are both higher priced. You have an eye for quality, Proinsias!
Sep 13th, '08, 23:07
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by Proinsias » Sep 13th, '08, 23:07
It always seems to be the case that my budget is a few steps behind my eye.
Sep 29th, '08, 22:46
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by Salsero » Sep 29th, '08, 22:46
Cyphre wrote: I bought Jing Pin Grade Long Jing from Teaspring. The quality was amazing. It barely changed the color of the water. The taste at first tasted dirty. After a few sips though I realized that it was because there are more flavors then the normal Long Jing. It was well worth the money.
This is great to know! I am going to start saving my money now to buy some when the new season comes out ... maybe Proinsias and I can share a cup!
