Happy Independence Day for all my American readers! Stromboli might seem like an odd breakfast choice for the 4th of July, but if I’m already reviewing an English Breakfast tea, then why not throw in a little Italian too? Today…
It’s almost July as I’m reviewing this tea, so breakfast is usually a cool affair. Yoghurt, fruit, and iced tea, rather than toast or a full English. But nonetheless, Hampstead English Breakfast tea is on the agenda so it’s scrambled…
Hello and happy Monday! After a brief heatwave, normal British weather has resumed here in the UK. So, I’ve switched out my iced teas for something a little warmer and more comforting. This week I’m reviewing a Craftedleaf raw puerh.…
If the weather hasn’t brought the heat to wherever you’re located, then this tea will do the trick. Today I’m reviewing Hampstead Lemon & Ginger Tea, which is technically an herbal infusion rather than a tea. This delicious tea only…
This simple sleep aid, Twinings Sleep Tea, promises to deliver a smooth and gentle drift off to sleep, all you’ve got to do is ‘enjoy this sleep blend as a delicious part of your bedtime routine.’ I’ve tried numerous sleep…
There are not nearly enough Assam black teas available in the UK. I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing several fine quality Assams over the years, and the malty sweetness is unbeatable. Notes of raspberry jam and honey are just naturally…
Have you noticed that the weather is starting to turn from spring to summer? I certainly have. This week, I’m reviewing a tea that has a summery feel and is perfect for the transitioning seasons. My readers already know that…
People ask me why I review simple one-ingredient teas like Teapigs Peppermint. Surely if you’ve tried one peppermint tea, you’ve tried them all, right? Well, actually no. You’d be surprised by how many tea brands get the simplest of teas…
I don’t know about you, but for me the past week has been absolutely manic. Each day brought a new mountain of work to be climbed and now it’s the weekend. Offblak Down Time tea is on the agenda and…