summer tea, three ways

We’re having a very hot week here in NYC, so I wanted to share some of my favorite ways to enjoy our teas in the summer without steaming up the kitchen! Superbly simple, these techniques can be used on a variety of tea blends, so you can always have something cool on hand to revitalize and refresh. Enjoy!

ice-brewed green glow elixir

a deeply green blend of sencha, matcha and spearmint. a refreshing and energizing sip for hot days, especially brewed with ice, which brings out the most delicate nuances of the blend.

how to brew it, above, clockwise from top left:

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fill your cup with freshly made ice, sprinkle tea over the top

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let ice melt at room temperature

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as the water level goes down, top up with more ice until the cup is full

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let the second addition of ice mostly melt

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strain into a fresh cup

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enjoy!

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cold-brewing with our limited-edition summer blend

a magical melange of bao zhong oolong, roses, tulsi, lemon balm and a hint of bergamot. bright, floral and refreshing!

how to brew it, above, clockwise from top left:

measure your tea into a glass jar with a lid

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(optional) splash a little hot water over the leaves to activate them, otherwise simply fill the jar with cool water

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if using a little hot water, fill the remainder of the jar with cool water

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twist on the lid + refrigerate for a few hours or overnight, according to your preferences

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strain into a cup, over ice, if desired

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strained tea can be stored in the fridge for another day or so, but it doesn't usually last that long at our house!

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fleurs + cacao iced latte

a luxurious blend of roses, jasmine and chocolate, finished with a hint of sweet vanilla

how to brew it, above, clockwise from top left:

measure your tea into a glass vessel, a jar or a pyrex measuring cup works well

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I like to double the quantity of tea for making iced lattes, so I used 4 tsp tea for 16oz water at 180F, brewed for 3 minutes

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strain into another jar or measuring cup, add a spoonful of raw honey and stir to dissolve

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chill the blend overnight (or for a few hours) in the fridge

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when tea is fully chilled, fill your cup with ice and add tea to about ¾ full (or as desired)

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top up with the milk of your choice and enjoy!

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