Visiting my daughter in San Diego and being a big black tea connoisseur we stopped in at PLT and bought many sample sizes. This is by far my most favorite tea I have found along the West Coast. It's full body, not bitter and so smooth. I highly recommend SDB . I plan to get more and send it to friends as gifts. What a treat for the taste buds! I rate it up there with Steven Smith teas and Harney and Sons! Just Delightful!