HERBAL TEA | Loose Leaf Spearmint
Spearmint Tea at a Glance
Our loose leaf spearmint is a caffeine-free herbal tea from Washington State, USA, made with one ingredient: spearmint leaves (Mentha spicata). It has a cool, fresh, mild and rounded flavour that suits mornings, summer afternoons and mojito-style iced tea. Each 50 g bag makes about 25 cups. It is vegan and vegetarian.
Spearmint Tea Tasting Notes
The first thing you'll notice is the aroma of fresh garden mint. It brews into a yellowish-green cup that is pungent, cool and fresh, and softer than peppermint. The finish is clean and cooling. Spearmint is the gentler mint, so steep it a little longer if you want a stronger cup.
Pairs With
A quiet morning, a summer afternoon on the porch, or a visitor at the door.
How Many Cups of Spearmint Tea?
Based on 2 g of loose leaf tea per 8oz / 240 ml cup.
Size | Cups | Cups with Two Steeps |
|---|---|---|
50 g | 25 | 50 |
100 g | 50 | 100 |
150 g | 75 | 150 |
200 g | 100 | 200 |
250 g | 125 | 200 |
A Welcome in a Cup
Mint tea is a tradition across North Africa and the Middle East, where it is always served to welcome friends, family and visitors from afar, often made with gunpowder green tea. Spearmint, also called garden mint, has narrow, deep green leaves and spear-shaped flowers. Mint pairs well with lime, balm and licorice, and it is the heart of a mojito.
About the Washington State Region
Our spearmint is grown in Washington State, USA, at about 275 to 460 m (900 to 1,500 ft) above sea level. It is first grade, harvested in autumn, cut and sifted, then air and sun dried and pasteurized.
Frequently Bought Together
How to Brew Spearmint Tea
- Tea: 1 heaping teaspoon of loose leaf tea per 8oz / 240 ml cup.
- Water temperature: 100°C / 212°F, a full rolling boil.
- Steep time: 3 to 5 minutes. Steep 6 to 7 minutes for a stronger cup.
- Second cup: Some customers re-use the leaves for a milder second cup.
- Infuser: Use a fine-mesh infuser or one of our teapots.
- Serving: Enjoy it plain. It needs no milk, sugar or lemon.
- Iced: Use half the water (120 ml) when brewing. Pour the hot tea directly over a large cup filled with ice. As the ice melts, it will dilute the tea to the perfect strength.
- Mojito-style iced tea: Blend Spearmint with our Lime Gelato herbal tea. Brew it strong, pour it over ice and garnish with a lime wedge.
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