In this combination the Assam is introduced to add strength to the piquancy of the Formosa, both forming a full-bodied, fragrant Tea in conjunction.
No. 9.
The appended blend yields a clear, strong, bright infusion, rich and fragrant in flavor and pleasing in aroma, for those who desire an all-black Tea.
| Parts. | Varieties. | Price. |
| 1 | Assam Pekoe | @ .30 |
| 3 | Basket-fired Japan | @ .24 |
| 5 | Formosa Oolong | @ .30 |
| 10 | Foochow Oolong | @ .26 |
| Average cost | .27 | |
The Oolongs in this combination lack body and pungency, which the addition of the Assam imparts, the Japan giving the necessary fragrance.
No. 10.
The following blend has been found to give almost universal satisfaction in a neighborhood composed chiefly of a working class and to Tea drinkers generally, costing much less than any single variety possessing the same cup qualities:—
| Parts. | Varieties. | Price. |
| 5 | Foochow Oolong | @ .20 |
| 5 | Sun-dried Japan | @ .20 |
| 5 | Assam Souchong | @ .20 |
| Average cost | .20 | |