Customer Reviews (50)
★
★
★
★
★
Sealed the Deal
I just wanted to say thanks for the great Pu-erhs. I thoroughly enjoyed every tea in the tea sampler I bought. The lovely, caring presentation and thorough info sheets that came with it just sealed the deal.
★
★
★
★
★
perfect
Great introduction to pu'er tea:)
★
★
★
★
★
Great Gift
I bought this sampler along with the book The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane as a gift. It was well received!
★
★
★
★
★
surprised
i am in the process of sampling the teas. I have been drinking Pu'erh for many years but I just bought the variety that was in the tea store. Now I am savoring each sample and totally surprised at my different tastes. Some just tastes like regular green tea to me but I am also learning not to let it steep too long.
In short, I am enjoying my education process and hope to be in a position to order my tea from you properly in the future.
thanks
liz
In short, I am enjoying my education process and hope to be in a position to order my tea from you properly in the future.
thanks
liz
★
★
★
★
★
what do I do now?
I must have misread the description, I knew the 7 tea samples would be all together in an organza bag but I also expected the individual loose tea samples to then each be in an organza or silk bag so rather than having to remove the loose tea & put them in an infuser & then into hot water, I could just "dunk" the silk tea bag in the hot water - so now I'm stuck with the loose tea & not sure how to use it - any suggestions?? Thank you.
Our Response:
Hi Mary, There are make-it-yourself teabags you can buy from teashops or on-line tea shops.The one I recommend is from teapockets.com http://www.teapockets.com/ Put half of the tea leaves contained in a sample envelope and put them an empty teabag. Pour hot water and steep according to the instructions.
★
★
★
★
★
Pu-erh Tea
I love the tea and drink it every day, all day long. I like that you can seep the tea leaves several times. I had thought Harney's Hot Cinnamon Tea would be my favorite forever. I will definitely be ordering more from Banatea. I understand that you and Lisa See will be skyping with our book club Nov. 12. I had never heard pf Pu-erh tea until reading her book.
★
★
★
★
★
Great tea
I heard a lot about pu’er. This does not disappoint. I love the flavor and amount of tea I can make from one sample size.
★
★
★
★
★
New to Pu-erh
Your tea is sublime. I purchased the Tea Sampler and I am slowly enjoying each variety, whether drinking alone or sharing with a friend. I am new to the pu-erh tea and appreciated the directions on brewing and the description of the different teas. Thank you for such a high quality tea.
★
★
★
★
★
Pleasant Surprise
I have learned much from the information you sent. I have a pot of tea leaves in my refrigerator! It amazes me that I can reuse them so many times. Thanks for an interesting, delicious, and fragrant experience!
★
★
★
★
★
Fun Sample Package
I have tried 3 of the teas so far and am enjoying them. It's nice because you can use the leaves over and over and get a different tea each time.
Everything is labeled, which is good, and nicely packaged.
Everything is labeled, which is good, and nicely packaged.
★
★
★
★
★
Outstanding
On my first order, I ordered one of your least expensive cakes and was completely overwhelmed by the outstanding quality and taste. This time, I ordered another more expensive cake, some mini cakes for travel, some loose green tea, and a sampler set for a gift. The one problem with your tea is that all other teas now taste inferior. I had never heard of Pu-erh tea before but now I can't live without it. Thank you for your excellent brand!
Our Response:
Thank you so much for the high praise. We will continue to work hard to bring the best teas we can find to our esteemed customers.
★
★
★
★
★
TEA GIRL GIFT
I don't have a review as the items as the items I purchased are Christmas gifts. I appreciated the quick delivery because I need to mail gifts and the gift sample for me. Pu-erhnTea going with "The Tea Girl of Humming Bird Lane". Great read to introduce the tea.
★
★
★
★
★
Wonderful
A whole new world of tea. I read about the purah teas in Lisa See's book, and gave it a try. It is great. Fun to sample the various teas.
★
★
★
★
★
Tea to thrive!
Am loving my tea sampler and the way it has encouraged me to slow down and drink healthily. Reading about the health benefits of pu’er tea motivated me to order and I have not been disappointed. Just taking time to brew properly has made me feel healthier! It is delicious and highly recommend it.
Our Response:
Thank you for your kind review. Tea drinking is a part of a healthy lifestyle.
★
★
★
★
★
Great!
After buying many of these samplers to give as gifts, I finally bought one for myself. Very happy with the tea!
★
★
★
★
★
Sampler
We’re enjoying the different teas but unsure of two things: 1. Is each packet one infusion in an Xishing pot, and 2. Booklet says to leave tea leaves in pot after brewing, but not sure for how long.
Our Response:
Depending on how large your Xishing pot is, you can use the entire packet of leaves for one serving or you can divide the 8g of leaves into two servings. You can leave the wet leaves in the pot for up to a few days.
★
★
★
★
★
Great variety pack
You really get to try quite a few teas in this sampler pack. And it comes with a really information little booklet on the teas you're sampling. Highly recommend!
★
★
★
★
★
Customer
Excellent tea samples
★
★
★
★
★
Love it
Wonderful tea. Brilliant presentation of the Book Club kit and the instructions are very helpful! Quick shipping. Will be buying again, I’m sure.
★
★
★
★
★
First Pu-erh experience
This is a perfect and affordable introduction to pu-erh tea. I was able to sample a variety of teas and discover that I enjoy the deep,earthy flavor of ripe pu-erh - smooth, complex and lingering without a hint of bitterness. I was also pleased with how quickly I received my order.
The only slightly confusing thing is that the samples are 8 grams, but the brewing instructions are for 5 grams of tea.
I use 9 oz or about 250 ml of water to brew each packet of tea and I'm a happy sipper.
Thanks, Bana!
The only slightly confusing thing is that the samples are 8 grams, but the brewing instructions are for 5 grams of tea.
I use 9 oz or about 250 ml of water to brew each packet of tea and I'm a happy sipper.
Thanks, Bana!
★
★
★
★
★
Love the tea.
Love the tea pot and the teas. See my comments above.
Ginny
Ginny
★
★
★
★
★
A Great Value
I've tried only 3 of the 7 samples received. It will take me
a year to get through all the tea in the samples, because I've gotten two and three cups from each of the samples I've tried, and still have leaves left over for more brewing. I've enjoyed the three, each for different characteristics. I haven't picked a favorite yet, but I'll let you know when I do. This is indeed a great value!
a year to get through all the tea in the samples, because I've gotten two and three cups from each of the samples I've tried, and still have leaves left over for more brewing. I've enjoyed the three, each for different characteristics. I haven't picked a favorite yet, but I'll let you know when I do. This is indeed a great value!
Our Response:
We all get spoiled of how many steeping we get out of pu-erh tea. :)
★
★
★
★
★
Excellent Tea
The variety pack is excellent. Each sample provides several cups of tea. It is nice to be able to sample so many. I have tried 3 out of 7 so far and they are all of high quality with a smooth taste and finish.
Our Response:
Thank you for your kind review. Hope you will continue to enjoy the rest of the sample packets.
★
★
★
★
★
Just as promised
My sampler package arrived promptly and beautifully packaged. The information and directions regarding pu-erh were both interesting and helpful. Sample sizes are not large, but provide a good opportunity for a novice to conduct taste tests to learn about varietal differences.
Our Response:
Glad the sampler provided the opportunity to sample the different varieties of pu-erh.
★
★
★
★
★
Love the variety
It is great fun to taste the various selections of tea. I'm really enjoying the flavors and find the tea to be relaxing! Thank you!
Our Response:
Thanks for telling us your feedback. It is much appreciated.
★
★
★
★
★
Love it
Love the little pot use every day. May order the larger one also. Have just tried the one tea so far . Very impressed no bitter after taste. Would order again for sure. Thanks for a great product.
Our Response:
Glad you are happy with your order.
★
★
★
★
★
Delighted with the Pu-erh Tea Sampler
I read about the Bana Tea Company when I read the Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane for my book club. I decided to order the sampler, so we could experience the tea we read about in the book. I loved how each of the sample teas is labeled with type and date. It was also helpful to have the small guidebooks that are sent with the tea. After book club, my husband and I tried one of the teas. It's amazing that you can use the leaves multple times and the flavor is still excellent! I am very satisfied and look forward to tasting other teas from the sampler.
Our Response:
So glad to hear that you enjoyed the pu-erh sampler. Welcome to the world of pu-erh - it is a fun journey.
★
★
★
★
★
Beginner Fine Tea Drinker
The sampler was a perfect beginner's pack as it introduced me to 7 different teas at a reasonable price. At $27 it would also make a nice gift. You get about 2 servings per tea (14 servings) but something I didn't know you can get up to 10 brews per serving!! The Raw seems lighter in color and taste than the Ripe but I enjoyed them all. I boiled water on the stove, used thermometer to get correct water temp. I tried it with mountain water but our local water is very good so I noted no difference. Other locals may not have as good as tap water so.....spring/mountain water. I will order again from this company as I believe it can be trusted. I found the company recommended at the end of the book "The Tea Girl From Hummingbird Lane" by Lisa See. If this author suggested it I thought it must be reputable b/c like most Americans we are skeptical of the quality and safety of Chinese digestible. I take the time out to relax and enjoy the tea-this is the best way-savor and relax.
Our Response:
Thank you so much for your nice review - we appreciate it. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed the teas and that you take time out to relax and savor tea.
★
★
★
★
★
What an Intro!!
Wonderful introduction to the world of Pu-erh teas. I have enjoyed sampling and savoring everyone. I don't know whether to buy my favorites or buy another of these samplers and enjoy them all again . What a treat!
Our Response:
Glad the teas met your expectations. Thank you for the kind feedback.
★
★
★
★
★
Pu-erh Teas
I am addicted! I love the subtle flavors of Bana pu-erh teas. I drink it all day long. I like that I can reuse the leaves a number of times and it is still flavorful.
Judy
Judy
Our Response:
Tea addiction is a good addiction. :)
★
★
★
★
★
Great Tea
The Bana 7-Tea Variety Pu-erh Tea Sampler is wonderful. Nice variety, and the seller was easy to buy from. Highly recommended.
Our Response:
Thank you -- we appreciate your kind words.
★
★
★
★
★
Excellent sample so far.
As part of a recent order I decided to try a 7 tea Puer-eh sampler. The first tea in the sample that I tried was Golden Needles White Lotus. This was an excellent Puer-eh tea, dark, smooth, but very tasty. I will (eventually) buy more of it. I have not yet tried any other of the teas in the sample, but am looking forward to it.
Our Response:
We hope you like the rest of the samples in the sampler pack.
★
★
★
★
★
WOW!
Bought this as a surprise anniversary gift for my husband who loves teas. It was perfect!
The sampler was just right for us and we will probably be buying more!
The sampler was just right for us and we will probably be buying more!
Our Response:
Glad to hear that. Thank you for the nice review.
★
★
★
★
★
Nice Variety of Pu-erh
Received the package as displayed on Bana website. The sampler would make a nice gift as it is carefully packed, handy informative brochure, descriptive list of pu-erh tea therein, all held by a lovely sack sealed with a ribbon. You can make 2 servings of each tea to test the flavor, before purchasing more or if a newbie to acquaint what pu-erh is all about. My favorite teas were the Bana Tea Company Limited Edition, The Taste of Menghai, Bulang Old Tree and Sweet Clarity. After tasting the teas from the Sampler, bought more of the Limited Edition. After tryng a second time, the tea was sweet, have diffferent flavor notes and mild. Can drink all day.
Our Response:
Thank you so much for the nice and detailed review. We truly appreciate it.
★
★
★
★
★
Nice variety
Would recommend. Nice variety
Our Response:
Glad you had the chance to discover pu-erh through this sampler
★
★
★
★
★
Fantastic Sampler
Everything from the quick shipping to the lovely presentation to the actual teas was absolutely fantastic -it was like receiving a gift instead of shipment! I tend to enjoy raw pu-erh more than ripe, but I took a chance with the sampler and I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed the ripe teas and especially appreciated the variety of intensities and flavors. The descriptions on the site do accurately reflect the teas and are very helpful in deciding among the awesome teas available.
Our Response:
Thank you so much for the nice review and your kind words about our teas.
★
★
★
★
★
Amazing experience
I am new to drinking Pu-erh tea and needed advice. I reached out to Bana Tea and received great advice. I ordered the Bana 7-Tea Variety Pu-erh Tea Sampler and I am working my way through the delicious teas.
I also watched the video on how to brew Pu-erh tea, and that was quite helpful.
I would not order Pu-erh from any where else!
I also ordered the Piao teapot for my husband, which he loves!
I also watched the video on how to brew Pu-erh tea, and that was quite helpful.
I would not order Pu-erh from any where else!
I also ordered the Piao teapot for my husband, which he loves!
Our Response:
Thank you so much for your support. I appreciate your feedback. Happy drinking!
★
★
★
★
★
Pu-erh Tea Sampler
We love it! My brother is a big fan of your tea and encouraged us to give it a shot. It's delicious. And we appreciate how it helps to slow us down and be present together. For instance, we now include it in a weekly ritual to start our weekend: 10 steeps, each with a cheers to corresponding cheers to a life category. 10 categories in total. We cheers give a chance to reflect & chat about each category. It's quite fun.
Our Response:
What a wonderful idea! Glad the teas were able to be the medium for your weekly ritual.
★
★
★
★
★
non tea lover
I don't particularly like tea but after reading Lisa See's book The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane, I got curious about pu'er tea so I bought some. Surprise, surprise, I loved it. So now I am a tea drinker.
Our Response:
Yay! That is so nice. Welcome to the world of tea!
★
★
★
★
★
Find your Favorites
Cups of taste without the commitment; this is great for my budget and panty planning. I really enjoyed all the samples. They are well packaged with a taste profile included.
Our Response:
Contemplating which tea to try is a fun exercise. Glad you like it.
★
★
★
★
★
Well worth it!
After reading the "Girl on Hummingbird Lane," I was curious to try some different types of puer tea. I selected this option so we could try both the raw and ripe types. So far we have tried 4 and I can say they are all somewhat unique and definitely tastier than what we usually drink. I am making notes (e.g. mild, fruity, smokey) and will definitely place another order. I feel good knowing that we are supporting an artisan product and preserving a way of life for many communities that need to be protected.
Our Response:
Glad you are having fun tasting the different pu-erh tea in this sampler. Thank you for supporting the artisans and pu-erh farming communities in Yunnan.
★
★
★
★
★
fun
I had purchased the "Island of Sea Women" packages for our Book Zoom with Lisa See. Everyone was delighted with the selections. I enjoyed the Barley tea so much that I purchased more! I also am giving the sampler to a friend for her retirement gift - as well as "Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane". No review for that one just yet.
Our Response:
Hope your friend enjoys the pu-erh sampler.
★
★
★
★
★
Outstanding introduction to pu-erh tea!
I am new to the world of pu-erh tea and gong fu brewing. This sampler was the perfect way for me to start my journey, as it is well-curated and covers a broad range of types of pu-erh. Different as they are from one another, I loved every tea in the sampler. (On each tea's web page, Linda Louie includes recommended temperatures, rinse times, and times for each brewing. I found all of this extremely helpful in bringing out the best of each tea.) The sampler is well worth the cost, and I look forward to purchasing larger quantities of some of these teas.
Our Response:
Thank you so much for the kind words and welcome to the world of pu-erh. May you continue to have a lot of fun exploring the varied flavors pu-erh tea offers.
★
★
★
★
★
Lovely!
Brought to book club, this sampler is perfect for sharing. We all enjoyed the experience and the different flavors were perfect for the uninitiated.
Our Response:
Glad you all enjoyed the experience. Thank you.
★
★
★
★
★
Love it!
After reading Lisa See's The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane, I had to get Pu-erh tea! I am so thankful for Ms. See noting Bana Tea Company in her book acknowledgements. The tea sampler is a perfect way to try a variety of teas to narrow my next order. I highly recommend following the brew instructions - easy peasy and relaxing.
Our Response:
Thank you for your nice review.
★
★
★
★
★
Three purchases
All of my purchases have been extremely timely and professionally handled. The teas I have purchased are fun, unique and excellent in flavor (although some fermented and ripe teas take some getting used to!).
The old tree, and enchanted euphoria are my faves so far!
I would highly recommend Bana Tea for any tea enthusiast and will continue to order from them!
The old tree, and enchanted euphoria are my faves so far!
I would highly recommend Bana Tea for any tea enthusiast and will continue to order from them!
Our Response:
Thank you so very much for the high marks and kind words - we truly appreciate it.
★
★
★
★
★
Excellent introduction to pu-erh
I enjoyed this tea sampler. I am new to pu-erh tea and I felt this sampler did an excellent job of helping me determine which kind of pu-erh I like. I also realized I do not like ripe pu-erh but the quality of all the samples was excellent. If you are looking for a way to try out pu-erh tea, this is an excellent sampler to begin your tea journey!
Our Response:
Thank you for your nice and candid review. Your review will be very helpful for pu-erh beginners.
★
★
★
★
★
Real Tea from China
I'm going to guess that this, or tea similar to Bana's is the tea they fought over at the Boston Tea Party. It's in its own class. Throw out everything else from your cabinet. This is the real thing.
Our Response:
Wow! What a review! Thank you for the high praise and it speaks volume!
★
★
★
★
★
Would buy again
The tea was beautifully packaged and arrived much quicker than I expected.
Our Response:
Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to hear from you again.
★
★
★
★
★
Wide Range
This sampler was a great purchase! I got to broaden my tastes and learn a bit more about what I liked. The guidebook was helpful to let me know what I was tasting and learn as I sipped :)
Our Response:
Good to know the sampler gave you the opportunity to sample and learn about different pu-erh teas.