Update on this: This is a rare breed for me, a tea that I like more now than I did upon first sip. I have enjoyed it a number of times in the past three months, and am almost done the 2 ounces I ordered. Luckily, I snuck another 2 ounces in my most recent order. Heck, it might even tag along on the order I am dreaming up for some of the new black tea and the new puerhs.
This has very strong chocolate flavour – not so much cocoa as creamy rich chocolate. It has a bit of bite but says smooth lindt chocolate to me more than general milk or dark. There is a lightness from the oolong that stops it from being laoshan black plus chocolate. I would like a BIT more presence from the toasted rice, but it is still there, adding its flavours and making a great brew. I like the simple flavouring additions and I love the end result. Definitely worth a gander if you like the laoshan black OR if you find it too strong but still want something with a chocolate punch.
