This is the Kirin Gogo no Kōcha Tea Selection Chocolate Tea Latte. It uses dimbula tea leaves (20%), blending it with Ghanaian cacao powder and fresh cream for a chocolate tea latte.
The beverage had an opaque tan hue with a sweet chocolate and rose aroma, reminiscent of LeTAO Thé Noir Darjeeling Chocolate and Cookie. Consumed chilled, the rose notes from the Dimbula black tea emerged at the beginning of each sip, much more subdued than the aroma initially suggested, without any perfumy associations. Mid-sip, this floral depth complemented the rich dark chocolate flavour that spread across the palate with a mellow sweetness and subtle bitterness. The fresh cream provided a creamy and smooth mouthfeel without overt dairy notes, while a notable astringency from the tea lingered in the aftertaste.
Overall, the balance of the fragrant black tea, rich chocolate, and creaminess made it evident that this was a luxurious tea latte, worth repurchasing for a quality pick-me-up.
This Kirin Gogo no Kōcha Tea Selection Chocolate Tea Latte contained 400 mL. It was produced in Japan and purchased in Sydney, Australia in 2024.