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The dry leaves are full of actual rose petals and buds, and once steeped the aroma is softly floral without masking the black tea. It's become my go-to afternoon cup when I want something gentle but still brisk.

I was worried the rose would taste artificial, but the real petals and rose hips give it this soft, almost perfumed finish that lingers. Steeped it about four minutes and the black tea base stays smooth underneath.

The rose buds and petals are actually visible in the tin, which I didn't expect for a bagged-style tea. Steeping it about three minutes gives a cup that's floral without turning soapy, and I've been drinking it plain every afternoon this week.