Tea recipes — additions to make your cup even more delicious
Black, green, white, red or herbal: every tea has a character of its own, with inviting flavour and aroma. But what if you want to enhance the taste or add a new twist? Here are five ready-to-try ideas to make your next cup even more enjoyable. Read on and decide how you will prepare it next time.
Tea with citrus
Limes and lemons are associated with vitamin C, while oranges also provide a range of nutrients. A few slices bring fresh flavour and colour to tea.
Method: brew your favourite tea, remove the leaves or bag, then add a few slices of thoroughly washed citrus fruit. It is an easy way to vary your drink; the amount of vitamins contributed depends on the fruit and preparation.
Fruity tea
Raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, sweet cherries and blackcurrants all bring their own character. A warm fruity cup can be particularly comforting when you feel under the weather, though it does not prevent or cure a cold.
Method: brew the tea, let it cool a little, then add a few pieces of fruit. If you have no fresh fruit, try a syrup, jam or another preserve made from it, adjusting the amount to taste.
You can also choose a ready-made fruit infusion from the wide selection in our online shop.
Tea seasoned with spices
Cinnamon, cloves, ginger, vanilla, cardamom and star anise: does that sound like a recipe for a perfect mulled tea? These flavours and aromas make a wonderfully warming combination.
Method: brew the tea, then add a pinch each of vanilla, cardamom and cinnamon, two or three cloves and a piece of star anise. Finish with a spoonful of honey once the drink has cooled a little.
Tea with a warming kick
Do you enjoy bold flavours? Ginger, rum or Scotch whisky can give tea a different character. Alcohol is an optional adults-only flavour addition, not a way to prevent illness or recover faster.
Method: brew your favourite tea and add a few slices of ginger, or a small measure of rum or whisky if appropriate. The original recipe also suggests combining these additions; use alcohol sparingly and leave it out if you prefer a non-alcoholic drink.
Tea with herbs
Mint, fennel, caraway, rosemary and liquorice are examples of herbs that can add flavour and aroma. Different herbs have different traditional uses, from soothing drinks to blends associated with focus or relaxation. They should not be assumed to “detox” the body, and some may be unsuitable with certain conditions or medicines.
Create your own combination, or choose one of the ready-made herbal blends in our shop.
The perfect tea recipe? The one you enjoy
A good tea is one that tastes right to you and fits the occasion. Ready to find yours? Visit our online shop and explore dozens of options for creating your ideal blend. You are very welcome.