Smith Teamaker Jasmine Silver Tip No. 96 Green Tea

The jasmine in this tea is beautifully balanced—fragrant and present, but not overpowering. Reviewers consistently describe it as having a wonderful jasmine aroma and smooth taste without being bitter. It's delicate rather than intense, which makes it approachable for people who've been put off by harsh or overly perfumed jasmine teas in the past.

Absolutely! This is one of the smoothest green teas you'll find. Multiple reviewers specifically mention that it's 'not bitter' and has a 'subtle, refreshing' quality. The jasmine blossoms complement the green tea base perfectly, creating a gentle drinking experience that won't have that astringent bite common green teas sometimes have.

These come in pyramid sachets with full leaves—a major step up from typical grocery store tea bags. However, worth noting that some recent reviewers have mentioned receiving boxes with smaller leaf pieces instead of the full leaves shown in photos. The quality is still significantly better than mass-market brands, but there may be some batch-to-batch variation.

That's the big question with Smith Teamaker—it's definitely premium-priced. However, reviewers who've tried jasmine teas around the world say this rivals what they've tasted abroad. Several call it 'the best jasmine tea in a bag' they've found. If you're comparing it to $3 supermarket boxes, yes, it's expensive. If you're comparing it to specialty loose-leaf or what you'd pay at a quality tea shop, it's competitive for the convenience and quality.

The main issue reported is shipping and packaging problems—some customers received damaged boxes or packages that appeared previously opened. The tea itself gets consistently high marks, but you may want to inspect the packaging when it arrives and contact the seller if there are any issues. Smith Teamaker's product is excellent; it's the logistics that occasionally need attention.

This hits a sweet spot for both beginners and enthusiasts. If you're new to green tea or jasmine tea, the smooth, non-bitter profile makes it incredibly approachable. But it's also authentic and nuanced enough that serious tea drinkers report switching to it exclusively after trying it. One reviewer said they 'now buy only this tea'—that kind of loyalty suggests it satisfies both ends of the spectrum.