Spearmint Green Tea – Whole Leaf Mint & Green Tea Blend | Lluvia Tea

A two-ingredient blend of whole-leaf green tea and spearmint from Lluvia Tea. Spearmint is softer and sweeter than peppermint, so the mint sits alongside the grassy green tea rather than overpowering it. It is a light, refreshing cup for the middle of the day and works particularly well iced.

Key Features

• Whole-leaf green tea rather than dust or fannings
• Spearmint for a rounder, sweeter mint note than peppermint
• Light-bodied and clean, with no need for milk or sugar
• Brews well hot or as an iced tea

Ingredients

• Green tea, spearmint

How to Brew

• Use 2.5g of leaf per 250ml of water
• Heat water to 85°C; boiling water makes both the green tea and the mint harsh
• Steep for 3 minutes, then strain
• For iced tea, brew at double strength and pour over ice

Product Details

• Type: loose whole-leaf green tea blend with spearmint
• Storage: airtight, away from light, moisture and strong smells

Good to Know

• Contains caffeine, though less than a black tea
• Over-steeping brings out bitterness from the green tea leaf

FAQs

Is this the same as peppermint tea?

No. Spearmint is a different mint, with a gentler and slightly sweeter flavour and much less of peppermint's cooling bite.

Why should I avoid boiling water?

Green tea leaf scorches above about 85°C, which turns the cup bitter and flattens the mint aroma.

Can I add milk?

It is not suited to milk. Drink it plain, hot or chilled, to keep the mint and green tea clear.

Country of Origin: India Sold by: Lluvia Tea Fulfilled by: EarthBased