MINTED+ | A Sensory Journey Through Peppermint & Spearmint
Now that you know how to read a tea through its Aroma, Palate, and Finish, let's put that framework to work. MINTED+ was crafted to be experienced, not just consumed. Here's what to expect when you slow down and truly taste it.
The Aroma: Cool, Bright, and Instantly Grounding
Before the first sip, bring the cup close and breathe in. The opening bouquet is unmistakably fresh, a cool, uplifting wave of peppermint that clears the mind on contact. Beneath it, a softer, sweeter spearmint note follows, rounding out the sharpness into something more gentle and inviting. As the steam rises, you may catch a faint floral whisper from the rose and osmanthus petals, a quiet elegance that signals this is more than a standard mint tea. The aroma alone is a reset.
The Palate: Layered, Refreshing, and Surprisingly Complex
The first sip opens with a bright, clean coolness that washes across the tongue. The peppermint leads boldly, but it never overwhelms, the spearmint immediately softens the edge, creating a balanced, almost creamy mint character. As the sip develops, the rooibos base adds a subtle earthiness and body, giving the blend a warmth that contrasts beautifully with the cool mint top notes. A gentle ginger warmth surfaces mid-palate, adding just enough spice to keep things interesting. The rosehip brings a faint tartness that lifts the whole profile, while the calendula and sunflower petals add a delicate, honeyed sweetness in the background. It is refreshing and grounding at the same time, a rare balance.
The Finish: Clean, Long, and Quietly Uplifting
Once you swallow, MINTED+ does something most teas don't, it lingers beautifully. The finish is cool and clean, with a soft mint echo that stays in the back of the throat without any bitterness or astringency. There is a gentle, pleasant dryness that invites the next sip. The overall impression is one of clarity, a calm alertness that makes MINTED+ equally at home in the morning, the afternoon slump, or the quiet moments before bed.
How to Brew MINTED+ for the Full Sensory Experience
To get the most from every note, steep your MINTED+ pyramid bag in freshly boiled water (100°C / 212°F) for 4 to 5 minutes. The pyramid bag allows the whole botanicals, petals, leaves, and all, to fully unfurl and release their complete flavor profile. Drink it plain to appreciate the full complexity, or add a touch of honey to amplify the natural sweetness of the spearmint and florals.
Ready to experience it for yourself? Shop MINTED+ at The Tea Collection and bring the ritual home.