Yogi Tea

Smell 4/5: Delicately sweet, with a gentle, lingering liquorice flavour.

Flavour 5/5: Pleasantly sweet, with delicate floral undertones and a wonderfully lingering sweetness, followed by a gentle, long-lasting spiciness that leaves a warm, pleasant sensation in the mouth.

Colour: Golden, bright amber

Tested (ml): 200ml hot water

Deposit: Yes

Infused (min): 5

Caffeine-free: Yes

Tea type: Bags

Tea sold as: Loose/In bags/Powder

Manufacturer's description: Ayurvedic herb and spice infusion.

Ayurvedic blend, liquorice, dandelion, cinnamon. Restorative, freeing and cleansing.

Yogi Tea Detox is the ideal tea for a fresh beginning. In Ayurveda, dandelion is known for its stimulating, detoxifying effect. Here it is combined with liquorice and ginger to creat a delicious herb and spice blend that allows us to turn to the things that do us good and let go of the things that weigh us down.

Suitable for vegans

Accredited by Organic Soil Association and Non-EU Agriculture

Ingredients: Anise (3%), black pepper, burdock root, cardamom, coriander, cinnamon (17%), dandelion (7%), fennel (4%), ginger, juniper berries, liquorice (26%), parsley, sage, turmeric root.

Warning: Contains liquorice – people suffering from hypertension should avoid excessive consumptions.

Manufacturer's advice: Use 250 ml 100o C water, infuse for 5 – 6 minutes and enjoy.

Relaxation* – sit on your heels with your knees spread wide. Bring your forehead down to the ground and relax in this position with the arms stretched forward and palms together. This posture is called Guru Pranam. Breath long and deep through the nose for 1 – 3 minutes. Then slowly sit up straight, take a few deep breaths and relax. Try this simple pranayama (breathing technique) coupled with a yogic asana (posture) for its cleansing effect.

*Please ask your doctor if this exercise is suitable for you.

Storage: -

Weight (g): 30.6

Price (£): -

Number of bags: 17

Price per bag (£): -

Price per 1 kg (£): -

Bags: 4/5

Design of the tea box: 5/5

Tested at: The Latvian Welfare Fund & Club in Bradford/England

Manufacturer: Yogi Tea GmbH/Germany

Additional notes: This infusion was a wonderful and soothing experience, even though I could not distinctly identify the flavours of dandelion or cinnamon. Instead, I enjoyed a lovely spiciness accompanied by a gentle, well-balanced liquorice root flavour. The two elements complemented each other beautifully, with neither overpowering the other, creating a harmonious and comforting taste.

Interestingly, I could not find any instructions regarding how to store the infusion. Although the appropriate storage conditions might seem self-explanatory, providing clear guidance would be a useful reminder for consumers and could help preserve the product's quality and freshness.

I also noticed two ingredients that may pose health concerns if consumed inappropriately. Anise may cause adverse reactions, particularly in infants and young children, while juniper berries are generally not recommended during pregnancy and may warrant caution during breastfeeding. Clearer information about these ingredients and any relevant precautions would help consumers make informed decisions about their consumption.

The sachet containing the tea bag felt slightly damp, which made me question how effectively it protected the product from moisture. In comparison, the foil sachet used for Greenfield Golden Ceylon black tea appeared to offer a more reliable protective barrier. However, further assessment would be needed to determine the actual difference in their protective performance.

On a positive note, the manufacturer provided clear, illustrated brewing instructions, making it easy to understand how to prepare the infusion. I also appreciated the emphasis on relaxation and the explanation of how the tea could be incorporated into a calming routine. This added an appealing sense of purpose to the overall tea-drinking experience.

I tried this infusion at the Latvian Welfare Fund & Club in Bradford, where it was offered as a complimentary drink during a Dzipari Latvian school session. This made the experience particularly enjoyable, as I could appreciate the tea in a welcoming community setting.

When preparing the infusion, I chose to use 200 ml of hot water rather than the 250 ml recommended by the manufacturer. I felt that using a smaller volume might produce a more concentrated infusion, allowing the delicate spiciness and liquorice notes to come through more clearly. This was my personal preference, based on the flavour balance I wanted to achieve.

Overall, I found this infusion soothing, pleasantly spicy and well balanced. Despite a few concerns about the sachet's condition and the lack of storage guidance, I appreciated the thoughtful brewing instructions and the manufacturer's focus on relaxation.

Comments about the tea description: Was there liquorice flavour? Yes

Was there dandelion flavour? I could not detect it

Was there cinnamon flavour? I could not taste it.

Tested: Bradford/England

Date: 27/09/26

Smell 4/5:  A strong peppermint aroma is released when the sachet is opened. Once the tea bag is infused in hot water, the peppermint remains prominent, complemented by a subtle hint of liquorice.

Flavour 5/5: Fresh peppermint dominates the flavour, complemented by subtle liquorice undertones and another distinctive, slightly elusive note that may be eucalyptus. The tea leaves a wonderfully refreshing, long-lasting aftertaste that keeps the breath feeling fresh.

 Colour 5/5: Golden, like honey

Tested (ml): 200ml hot water

 Deposit: Yes

 Infused: 6 minutes

 Caffeine-free: Yes

Tea type: Herbal

Manufacturer's description: Minty and refreshing. It is for everyone who needs to re-energise their mind. This delicious tea with ginseng, eucalyptus and fresh mint gives you a moment to take a breath – a little break to nurture mental clarity to focus on what matters. 

A few ingredients – eucalyptus (4%), ginger, lemon balm (15%), lemon grass, liquorice, orange oil, peppermint (18%), peppermint oil, spearmint (12%).

The tea has a Soil Association symbol meaning it is organic as well as a leaf symbol on it which means EU Agriculture approves it.

Debio okologisk approved organic and sustainable productions in Norway.

KRAV symbol or the standards to IFOAM Basic Standards in Sweden.

Manufacturer's advice: 250ml water100˚C, brew for 6 minutes.

Storage: Not explained.

 Price (£): 2.79/17 bags

Price per bag (£): 0.16

Weight: (g): 32.2

Price per kg (£): 86.65

Bags 4/5: The tea bags are beautifully presented, each featuring a string with an attractive red tag. The packaging is almost excellent; however, using individual foil sachets would provide better protection against accidental moisture exposure and help prevent the tea bags from becoming damp or damaged.

Package 5/5: It is beautifully designed.

Purchased: Paul’s Natural Foods, Elescar Heritage Centre, Wath Rd, Elescar, Barnsley, England.

Manufacturer: Yogi Tea GmbH, Germany

Additional notes: This tea is truly wonderful. I particularly enjoyed the combination of peppermint and liquorice, which creates a refreshing and distinctive flavour.

I also discovered an unfamiliar ingredient in the blend: orange and peppermint oils. Another new term for me was Ayurvedic, which prompted me to search online for an explanation. Ayurveda is a traditional system of medicine originating in India that uses various approaches, including herbal remedies, yoga, massage and other practices, to promote health and well-being.

I was also interested to see that the manufacturer recommends an infusion time of at least six minutes. This seems unusually long, as many teas are typically brewed for around three to five minutes.

Another observation concerned the absence of a specific warning about the liquorice content. This could be important because excessive consumption of liquorice can raise blood pressure, particularly in people with hypertension.

The packaging also raised a few questions. The box contains only 17 tea bags, with a total weight of 32.2 g, which made me curious about the reason for this particular quantity and weight.

Finally, I noticed that the inside of the sachets is coated with a glossy layer of paper. This suggests that the manufacturer has made a reasonable effort to protect the tea bags from moisture by using a thicker and more durable material. However, without further information, it is difficult to determine whether this type of packaging offers protection comparable to that of foil sachets.

Tested: Bradford, England

Date: 14/05/24