Ink Review #488: PenBBS #159 Bitter Herb

Today I will be writing about PenBBS #159 Bitter Herb. This is a light green that reminds me of bitter melon.

Swabs:

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This ink has high shading and no sheen. The color is a light, grassy green.

Tomoe River Paper 52 gsm

Tomoe River Paper 52 gsm

Dry Time/Water Resistance:

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Tsubame Note Ink Collection Card

This ink had an average dry time of 30 seconds and low water resistance. 

Writing Sample:

Tomoe River Paper 52 gsm

Tomoe River Paper 52 gsm

Tomoe River Paper 52 gsm

Tomoe River Paper 52 gsm

I found this ink to have a dry flow in my Jowo <M> nib. The shading is fantastic and shifts from lime green to yellow-green.

Overall: It’s not often that I am drawn to green inks! Overall, this is a legible (!) light green ink with lovely shading.

Disclaimer: This ink was purchased by me and all opinions/photos are my own. This post was not sponsored.