I drink about a quart of tea a day and I like to switch back and forth among my favorites. I initially tried HarSha because because it sounded close to Darjeeling yet different enough to be a welcome change on occasion, which it is. The big surprise when I first tried it was that the flavor was quite familiar. HarSha is, to my palate at least, the same as a former favorite, no longer available in the U.S., Fortnam & Mason's Royal Blend (F&M no longer export to the U.S.). HarSha is now one of my 'must have' teas. It seems though, that rather than switching from Darjeeling to HarSha for a change of pace, I switch from HarSha to Darjeeling.

I have tried many of H&S teas over the years - primarily black blends and tended towards the assams. Once I found Harsha it became my staple. I love the smooth carmel tone. yum.

This tea has a nice, mellow aroma without any hint of smoke and a dark, translucent color. The taste is a bit dry, only slightly bitter; perhaps shortening the steep time will reduce this. A little sugar tempers the dryness a bit and a little cream helps well, but the flavor is very subtle and somewhat unremarkable. It’s a decent brew, but I personally prefer a tea with little more depth and character to the flavor.

I really wanted to like this tea and gave it 4 tries, even emailing H&S for brewing suggestions but never receiving a response. At default Harney brewing 5 min it was very bitter, and then adjusted time, temp and quantity.Best results at 205d, 2 rounded tsp of tea/cup, and 4 minutes brewing. Bitterness was gone but tea was thin bodied and not at all the flavor I expected. Was expecting rich assam with a hint of fruit, and was just blah.

We just received a selection of sample tins as a gift, and this tea is fast becoming my favorite of of the 6 we have tried. It is clean and very refreshing. I look forward to this tea in the morning, and also later in the day. People who are close to me refer to me as a super-taster, that is, one who is overly aware of any bitters; there is nothing bitter in this cup! Thank you for a flavorful, smooth and lovely cup of Bliss, Harney & Sons.

My first experience with the Harsha was notable aroma and flavor of honey. We enjoy it in the afternoon...

Based on the description of this tea, I was excitedly anticipating a full-bodied, full-flavoured, rich, dark-tasting tea with hints of harmonic fruitiness. Even brewed excessively strong, I find this tea to taste thin and flat, instead of complex and satisfying. Disappointing. Definitely, not a breakfast-y tea. It doesn't suck, but it's definitely not 'bliss'.

I love this tea in the evening because it is a little lighter that my Winter favorite, East Frisian. An I am SOOO glad I can finally buy it in the BIG Bag! Thanks so much!