Twinings English Breakfast
Smell 3/5: Gently bitter
Flavour 3/5: Bitter with an unenjoyable mouth-pinch taste, and with long-lasting bitterness and bitterness in the aftertaste.
Colour: Dark amber
Tested (ml): 200ml hot water
Deposit: Yes
Infused: 3 min
Caffeine-free: No
Tea type: Bags/black
Manufacturer's description: Golden and well-rounded.
Manufacturer's advice: Brew (100˚ water) for 2 – 3 minutes. 4 for a cup that packs a little punch. We like to add a splash of milk.
Storage: -
Wight (g): -
Price (£): -
Price per bag (£): -
Price per 1kg (£): -
Bags: It was almost an excellent quality representation of tea, as the tea bags were put into a paper sachet. If the manufacturer used foil for bag sachets as Greenfeld used to do, then it would be absolute perfection.
Manufacturer: R Twining & Co Ltd.
Additional notes: This tea was tasted when I visited Lancaster and stayed in a hotel. That is why I could not gather more information about this tea.
I did not follow all the recommendations as the manufacturer mentioned. I tasted it without milk to get the exact flavour, but I brewed it exactly 3 minutes as it was advised on the sachet.
Tested: Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG/Lancaster/ England
Date: 30/06/25
Twinings English Breakfast decaffeinated
Smell 3/5: Mildly bitter and sweet
Flavour 3/5: Mouth pinching, very bitter with gentle dryness and bitterness in the aftertaste.
Colour: Dark amber
Tested (ml): 200ml hot water
Deposit: Yes
Infused: 3 min
Caffeine-free: Yes
Tea type: Bags/black
Manufacturer's description:
Manufacturer's advice: Brew (100˚ water) for 2 – 3 minutes. 4 for a cup that packs a little punch. We like to add a splash of milk.
Storage: -
Wight (g): -
Price (£): -
Price per bag (£): -
Price per 1kg (£): -
Bags: It was almost an excellent quality representation of tea, as the tea bags were put into a paper sachet. If the manufacturer used foil for bag sachets as Greenfeld used to do, then it would be absolute perfection.
Manufacturer: R Twining & Co Ltd.
Additional notes: This tea was tasted when I visited Lancaster and stayed in a hotel. That is why I could not gather more information about this tea.
I did not follow all the recommendations as the manufacturer mentioned. I tasted it without milk to get the exact flavour.
This was a very different experience compared to Clipper organic decaf tea. Knowing that it is decaffeinated black tea, I mentally prepared myself for it to be a tea I might nominate for The Tea of The Month, at least. I expected the strong bitterness and dryness to be absent, but I was mistaken. Here, the manufacturer tried to mimic the taste of traditional black tea, which, I believe, they nearly achieved. However, I did not enjoy it.
I think even a splash of milk would not make the flavour more enjoyable for me.
Tested: Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG/Lancaster/ England
Date: 30/06/25
Smell 4/5: Pineapple
Flavour (hot) 4/5: Tenderly sour aftertaste.
Flavour (cold) 4/5: Tenderly sweet with sour aftertaste.
Colour 5/5: Golden/honey
Deposit: Yes
Infused: 5 minutes
Tea tested: 200ml hot water
Caffeine-free: Yes
Tea type: Bags
Manufacturer's description: It has zingy tropical notes and is best sipped chilled. Garnish with a slice of fresh pineapple and 1 or 2 pineapple leaves. It is a pineapple flavoured infusion.
A few ingredients – Liquorice root, Natural pineapple flavouring with other natural flavourings (12%), Orange peel, Roasted chicory root, Rosehips, and White Hibiscus.
Manufacturer's advice: Pour 1L of freshly boiled water ino a heat-resistant pitcher. Add 5 teabags and allow the flavours to flourish.
Also, it is possible to infuse 1 teabag per 200ml of freshly boiled water for 3 minutes or longer for stronger, than remove. Allow to cool and refrigerate for later or enjoy hot if you prefer.
The tea is specially crafted to be brewed hot and enjoyed chilled.
Storage: Keep it in a cool and dry place.
Weight: 30g
Price (£): 2.5/20bags
Price per bag (£): 0.13
Price per kg (£): 83.33
Bags 3/5: They are simple square-shaped bags put in a golden sachet
Package 4/5: It has a lovely design.
Purchased: Tesco/Buttersahaw/Bradford
Manufacturer: R Twining & Co Ltd.
Additional notes: Interestingly the manufacturer has not mentioned possible side effects of Liquorice root as it is an ingredient of the tea. Everyone needs to be aware that people suffering from hypertension (high blood pressure 140/90 mmHg or higher) should avoid excessive consumption of Liquorice (British English) or licorice (American English).
When I opened the sachet I could smell a wonderful fruit aroma busting out of it.
When I tested hot brew, it was overall lovely. I did not have a slice of pineapple and pineapple leaves to add. Tea was enjoyable, indeed.
As I tested the tea being cold, I found is as tasty as hot only it was not such enjoyable. I prefer hot tea.
Finally, I can agree with the manufacturer that the tea has zingy tropical notes. It was tea with its character.
Tested: Bradford/England
Date: 18/09/24
Twinings Pure Chamomile
REMARKABLE FACT:
Nominated as the tea of the month.
Smell 4/5: Strong chamomile, floral
Flavour 5/5: Chamomile with iron undertones and lovely, gentle notes of sweetness, flour and chamomile in aftertaste.
Colour: Golden
Tested (ml): 200ml hot water
Deposit: Yes
Infused: 3 min
Caffeine-free: Yes
Tea type: Bags/herbal
Manufacturer's description: Naturally caffeine free, a camomile infusion.
Ingredients - camomile
Manufacturer's advice: Infuse 1 teabag in 200ml of freshly boiled water for 3 minutes or longer for stronger, then remove.
For a refreshing change, add ice or allow to cool, and refrigerate for later.
Storage: -
Bag weight (g): 1.5
Price (£): -
Price per bag (£): -
Price per 1kg (£): -
Bags: It was almost an excellent quality representation of tea, as the tea bags were put into a processed paper sachet. If the manufacturer used foil for bag sachets as Greenfeld used to do, then it would be absolute perfection.
Manufacturer: R Twining & Co Ltd.
Additional notes: This tea was tasted when I visited Lancaster and stayed in a hotel. That is why I could not gather more information about this tea.
It was an absolutely wonderful tea. I loved the mysterious flour undertones that I have not detected why it's there. It was great to sense the lovely sweetness, and I think it was very well-balanced tea because I could taste all of them at the same time. It was calming, relaxing and soothing.
Tested: Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG/Lancaster/ England
Date: 30/06/25
Twinings pure green tea
Smell 3/5: Gently earthy, like a traditional green tea
Flavour 3/5: Mildly bitter with pleasant flour undertones and long-lasting gentle bitterness dryness in the aftertaste.
Colour: Bright amber
Tested (ml): 200ml hot water
Deposit: Yes
Infused: 3 min
Caffeine-free: Yes
Tea type: Bags/green
Manufacturer's description: Source of antioxidant manganese. All natural ingredients.
Ingredients – green tea (100%), contains negligible amounts of fat, saturates, carbohydrates, sugars, protein and salt.
Nutritional information – 100ml of brewed tea typically gives you* energy 3kJ/1kcal, manganese 0.28ng (14% of reference intake.
*Based on green tea brewed with 200ml of water for 3 minutes.
Manufacturer's advice: Infuse 1 teabag in 200ml of freshly boiled water for 3 minutes, then remove. Enjoy at least 1 cup a day as part of a varied balanced diet and healthy life style.
Storage: -
Bag weight (g): 2.5
Price (£): -
Price per bag (£): -
Price per 1kg (£): -
Bags: It was almost an excellent quality representation of tea, as the tea bags were put into a processed paper sachet. If the manufacturer used foil for bag sachets as Greenfeld used to do, then it would be absolute perfection.
Manufacturer: R Twining & Co Ltd.
Additional notes: This tea was tasted when I visited Lancaster and stayed in a hotel. That is why I could not gather more information about this tea.
I did not expect anything exciting from this tea and I was right. There was anything special apart of the tender flour undertone that reminded me of Clipper organic tea infusins.
Tested: Holiday Inn Lancaster by IHG/Lancaster/ England
Date: 30/06/25
Smell 5/5: Strong peppermint, very fresh.
Flavour 4/5: Gentle peppermint, leaving long-lasting freshness in aftertaste
Colour 4/5: Dark amber
Deposit: Yes
Infused: 3 minutes
Caffeine-free: Yes
Tea type: Bags
Manufacturer's description: It is cool and invigorating, we’ve expertly created this peppermint infusion to help you feel refreshed and ready for the day with each sip. It is a classic and vibrant blend. All our herbs are gently steamed, and the process is gentle to protect their delicate taste. The peppermint is imported but blended and packed in Hampshire. It contains 4 calories per cup and it is sugar-free.
Manufacturer's advice: Use one bag per person, pour on boiling water and infuse for 2 – 3 minutes. Leave for a little longer if you prefer a stronger taste. Based on an infusion brewed with 200ml water for 3 minutes.
Storage: -
Price /5: -
Price per bag 3/5:
Weight: 40g
Bags /5: They are simple square-shaped bags
Package 3/5: It is a nice yellow box with a drawing of trees, a man and kites on its front along with the brand logo and the tea name.
Purchased: Doncaster/England
Manufacturer: R Twining & Co Ltd.
Additional notes: I followed the manufacturer’s advice and brewed the tea with 200ml hot water for 3 minutes. I would agree with the manufacturer that it is a classic tea, but whether it is a vibrant tea, I am not sure. Though, I am sure that this brew can make you fresh in the morning as the manufacturer states.
Acknowledgement: Thank to my friend/ex-classmate, Raivis Odiņš, for donating this tea to my tea collection.
Tested: Bradford/England
Date: 12/02/24
Smell 5/5: Strong peppermint
Flavour 4/5: Mild peppermint with a long-lasting aftertaste of Zinc leaving dryness in the mouth.
Colour 5/5: Golden
Deposit: Yes
Infused: 5 minutes
Tea tested: 200ml hot water
Caffeine-free: Yes
Tea type: Bags
Manufacturer's description: Peppermint-flavoured herbal infusion with spiced green tea, nettle and Zinc. So, lightly spiced green tea gets a lift with fresh-tasting peppermint while nettle adds a subtle depth of flavour, all blended with a hint of sweetness for a clean-tasting, invigorated cup.
It is suitable for vegans.
Zinc contributes to normal carbohydrate metabolism.
Peppermint is a bright and uplifting herb that is much loved due to its invigorating and refreshing taste.
Our crisp green leaves of green tea start their journey in dew, misty gardens and are gently pan-fired to create a delicious taste.
Nettle has a smooth and subtle taste and was traditionally forged as one of the earliest wild greens. It is a popular and versatile herb that is widely used in food and drinks.
A few ingredients – Cinnamon bark (3%), Ginger root (5%), Green tea (36%), natural peppermint flavouring (5) nettle (8%), peppermint (36%), zinc.
Manufacturer's advice: Simply use freshly boiled water and infuse the bag for at least 3 minutes. Give a tea bag a few little stirs and a gentle squeeze to release the flavour before removing it from the cup.
Storage: -
Price per cup (£): 2, -
Price per kg (£): 40,-
Pack weight: 40g
Bags 3/5: They are simple square-shaped bags.
Package 3/5: It is a pale box with an image of a peppermint plant, green tea leaves, nettle and a slice of ginger on it. The benefits of Zinc are highly advertised in a circle. Also, we can see the tea brand and the name of the tea. On the right lower corner is written how many tea bags are in the box.
Purchased: Josef’s K café/Bradford
Manufacturer: R Twining & Co Ltd.
Additional notes: I found there an unreckonable flavour in the taste and assume it might be Nettle. Also, this tea is spiced indeed as peppermint was a dominant overlapping flavour of green tea.
Tested: Bradford/England
Date: 25/04/24
FACT: Great Taste 2023
Smell 4/5: Sweet, floury, dry straws
Flavour 4/5: Gently sour, leaving gentle spiciness in the aftertaste. After a while when I finished drinking, I could sense pleasant sweetness.
Colour 4/5: Bright amber
Tested (ml): 200 hot water
Deposit: Yes
Infused: 3 minutes
Caffeine-free: Yes
Tea type: Bags/Herbal
Manufacturer's description: Getting a full night’s sleep is the inspiration behind the carefully crafted Sleep blend. This delicious blend combining camomile, passionflower, apple and vanilla flavourings is smooth and warming, making it the perfect part of a bedtime routine. Take your last sip and sink your head into a soft pillow.
This is a smooth and serene blend. The apple and vanilla flavourings and the camomile bring a touch of comforting sweetness, with a dash of cinnamon reminiscent of apple pie with vanilla ice cream.
Passion flowers are enjoyed for their beauty. They are exotic-looking plants with bright purple flowers. Passion flowers are wildly grown and traditionally used to support normal sleep.
Vanilla is a wildly used flavour that comes from little pods containing black seeds. The flavour is smooth and sweet.
Camomile is a pretty, daisy-like flower which creates a delicate golden infusion with a slightly sweet, floral taste. A perfect, smooth-tasting flavour to help you wind down at the end of a long day.
Ingredients – Apple pieces (15%), Camomile (14%), Cardamom (4%), Cinnamon bark (14%), Cloves (6%), Natural apple flavouring with other natural flavourings (10%), Natural vanilla flavouring with other natural flavourings (4%), Passionflower (35%).
Manufacturer's advice: Simply use freshly boiled water and infuse the bag for at least 3 minutes. Give the tea bag a few little stirs and a gentle squeeze to release the flavour before removing it from the cap.
Enjoy 3 cups a day as a part of a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Storage: Store in a cool and dry place.
Wight (g): 30
Price (£): 3.50/20bags
Price per bag (£): 0.18
Price per 1kg (£): 116.67
Bags: Putting every single bag into a processed paper sachet is an excellent performance.
Package 4/5: Likable with purple passionflowers, a slice of apple and camomile on it.
Purchased: Tesco/Buttershaw/Bradford/England
Manufacturer: R. Twinings Co Ltd
Additional notes: Aroma is vivid and specific. During the tasting, I could detect a flavour I could not recognise. It was unpleasant or pleasant. I could suggest after a longer tasting that the unusual flavour could be caused by cardamom.
Overall, it was not a bad tea. Whether it is a perfect companion before bedtime, I do not know. Maybe it is great tea before going to sleep, if we look from an ingredient point of view. Tested: Bradford/England
Date: 11/12/24
TEA HOUSE AWARD - The Tastiest Tea of The Month
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Smell 4/5: Gentle Turmeric aroma
Flavour 5/5: Mild turmeric with tender sweetness
Colour 5/5: Golden
Deposit: Yes
Infused: 5 minutes
Caffeine-free: Yes
Tea type: Bags
Manufacturer's description: Orange-flavoured infusion with turmeric and star anise.
Star anise brings a smooth gentle spice which combined with earthy turmeric and delicious, juicy orange creates a well-rounded, smooth and warming blend.
Some ingredients – Turmeric (45%), star anise (10%), Orange peel (5%), natural orange flavouring with other natural flavourings (5%), Lemon grass, and liquorice root.
Turmeric has been used for generations all over the world to support digestion. Known for its wonderfully vibrant colour, gentle spice and delicious aroma. It’s perfect to enjoy any time of day or after you have eaten. It is a member of the ginger family, and the roots are cultivated and dried to produce an aromatic spice with an intense golden appearance.
Orange is juicy fresh tasting and aromatic – the unmistakably sweet orange is used in a wide variety of products all over the world.
Star anise is a brown woody star-shaped fruit, widely used in South Asian cooking with rich aniseed aroma and flavour.
Manufacturer's advice: Simply use freshly boiled water and infuse the bag for at least 3 minutes. Give the tea bag a few little stirs and a gentle squeeze to release the flavour before removing it from the cap.
Use one bag per person, pour on boiling water and infuse for 2 – 3 minutes. Leave for a little longer if you prefer a stronger taste. Based on an infusion brewed with 200ml water for 3 minutes.
Storage: -
Price (£): 2,-/per bag
Number of bags in a box: 20
Weight: 40g
Bags 5/5: They are nice bags with a yellow tag attached to the string
Package 3/5: It is a nice very bright purple box with Star Anise, turmeric root and a slice of orange on it. The front of the box informs us of the name of the tea, brand and how many tea bags it has. We can see that tea bags have been displayed with a little string and a tag at the end of it. Design-wise it is a lovely, nicely represented tea,
Purchased: Josef’s K Café/Bradford/England
Manufacturer: R Twining & Co Ltd.
Additional notes: It made me pay attention that tea contains liquorice root, so it means that people suffering from hypertension (high blood pressure 140/90 mmHg or higher) should avoid excessive consumption. I was surprised that the manufacturer has not mentioned this fact on the package to make the consumer aware of this possibility.
Also, it made me wonder about this explanation - …other natural flavourings. It made me not clear but more confused. It seemed that manufacturing was in a rush to complete the sentence or could not be asked to go into more detail about the ingredients.
I used 200ml of hot water as the manufacturer recommends, but infused for longer than 3 minutes.
I would like to agree with the manufacturer that the tea is a well-rounded, smooth and warming blend. I did not expect anything like this.
Tested: Josef’s K Café/ Bradford/England
Date: 15/04/24