Tea Blend Spotlight: Sweet Orange Spice

As time moves on, traditions come and go, but our memories of years gone by hold fast. A particular flavor or fragrance can act like a key unlocking long-held memories, from holidays spent with loved ones to treasured moments of calm on our own. Tea Forté's Sweet Orange Spice blend brings together the timeless trio of black tea, cinnamon, and orange, instantly evoking a nostalgic feeling of holiday goodness with twinkling lights and abundant warmth.

Sweet Orange Spice tea was made for the holidays.

Sweet Orange Spice was made for the holidays.

A TIMELESS TEA HOLIDAY

Tea Forté's Sweet Orange Spice captivates the senses, beginning with soft tendrils of spiced citrus aroma inviting you to take a sip. Supported by the warmth of the cup in your hands, its soft mélange of holiday-inspired flavor recalls a sense of coziness and childlike wonder. The tea's soft golden hue reflects the comforting cinnamon and orange notes within, promising to unearth cherished memories with each sip.

Sweet Orange Spice ingredients: Black tea, orange peel, and cinnamon

Sweet Orange Spice tea ingredients.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF BLACK TEA

Black tea, alongside its green, white, and oolong counterparts, comes from the most mature leaves of the camellia sinensis plant. The leaves are fully oxidized, which gives them their dark color and lends complexity, heightening their astringency when steeped or brewed. Naturally caffeinated but less intense than coffee or espresso, black tea is a favored choice of morning beverage by those who just want a subtle boost of energy rather than a jolt.

Rich in antioxidants, black tea has been shown in studies to lower risks of heart attack and stroke partly by lowering LDL (“bad”) cholesterol in the body. Its antioxidants, particularly those called flavonoids, can provide a slight buffer from the damage of environmental pollution and high-fat diets. A cup or two of plain black tea enjoyed directly after a high-fat meal, in fact, is thought to mitigate cell damage to a measurable degree. Consumed in moderation, black tea and its fellow tea varieties offer a health-forward daily ritual that's as soothing to the body as it is to the mind.

Black tea blends like Sweet Orange Spice tea may be enjoyed on their own, with a splash of milk, and/or sugar to bring out the fullest expression of flavor. For a special cold-weather treat, consider preparing some Sweet Orange Spice Mulled Wine for guests this season.