Flavored Tea
Flavored Green Teas
Slender, delicate and fragrant, Jasmine Needle is made from the youngest first-flush leaves and buds. The tea is smooth and subtle with a delicate jasmine aroma.
History & Heritage
Jasmine tea has a long history in China, and the city of Fuzhou in Fujian is especially famous for it, with scenting traditions recorded as far back as the Southern Song dynasty. The craft relies on timing. Jasmine blossoms are gathered during the day while still closed, then layered with the tea in the evening as the flowers open and release their fragrance. After resting together, the spent flowers are removed and the tea is dried, and the process is often repeated several times for a deeper scent.
Interesting Facts
The extraordinary flavor comes from the time of plucking, the manufacture and the fresh spring jasmine blooms.
Jasmine flowers release most of their fragrance at night, so scenting is done in the evening.
The jasmine flavor here is present but never overpowering.
Fuzhou, in Fujian Province, is one of China's most famous centers of jasmine tea.
Tasting Notes & Pairings
Soft, clean and gently floral, this is a perfect afternoon tea. Enjoy it on its own or with light foods such as steamed dumplings, fresh fruit, or butter cookies. Its gentle character makes it a good choice for anyone new to jasmine tea, and a glass cup lets you admire the slender leaves as they open.
Brewing tips (general guideline): use 1 teaspoon (about 2–3 g) per 8 oz of water at 175–185°F, steeped 2–3 minutes. Avoid boiling water, which can make green tea bitter. Adjust to taste.
Like every tea at Beantown Tea & Spices, Jasmine Needle is a quality loose-leaf tea offered at an affordable price, with sample and larger sizes so you can find your favorite. Explore more in our Green Tea collection, or pair it with our tea accessories.
Our Organic Jasmine tea has an exquisite, abundant jasmine character. It is produced without chemical fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides.
History & Heritage
Jasmine tea has a long history in China, and the city of Fuzhou in Fujian is especially famous for it, with scenting traditions recorded as far back as the Southern Song dynasty. The craft relies on timing. Jasmine blossoms are gathered during the day while still closed, then layered with the tea in the evening as the flowers open and release their fragrance. After resting together, the spent flowers are removed and the tea is dried, and the process is often repeated several times for a deeper scent.
Interesting Facts
The jasmine comes into bloom only in May and June. Each blossom lasts only about 12 hours and opens at night after sunset.
About halfway through the night, the fragrance peaks. That is when the blossoms are picked and layered into the tea.
By morning most of the fragrance has left the blossom, but if the tea maker has done the job correctly, that heavenly scent has been captured in the tea. The process is repeated on 5 successive evenings.
Tasting Notes & Pairings
Sweetly floral and smooth, with a refreshing green tea base. It is wonderful on its own and pairs nicely with Chinese dishes, steamed fish, fruit salads, and almond cookies.
Brewing tips (general guideline): use 1 teaspoon (about 2–3 g) per 8 oz of water at 175–185°F, steeped 2–3 minutes. Avoid boiling water, which can make green tea bitter. Adjust to taste.
Like every tea at Beantown Tea & Spices, Organic Jasmine Green is a quality loose-leaf tea offered at an affordable price, with sample and larger sizes so you can find your favorite. Explore more in our Organic collection, or pair it with our tea accessories.
Cool, crisp and refreshing, Sencha Mint is a mix of Japanese Sencha and peppermint.
History & Heritage
Sencha is Japan's everyday green tea. Its steamed style was developed in 1738 by Nagatani Soen, a farmer in Ujitawara near Kyoto, whose method of steaming and rolling the leaves gave the tea its vivid green color and fresh aroma. Here, that bright, clean tea meets cool peppermint.
Interesting Facts
Ingredients: Japanese Sencha and peppermint.
Compared with Moroccan Mint, Sencha Mint is more subtle and doesn't need any sweetener.
Tasting Notes & Pairings
The brewed tea is crisp, slightly astringent and floral, with a cooling mint finish. And of course, it makes excellent iced tea. Try it with salads, grilled chicken, or dark chocolate.
Brewing tips (general guideline): use 1 heaping teaspoon (about 2–3 g) per 8 oz of water at 160–175°F, steeped 1–2 minutes. Do not over-brew. Adjust to taste.
Like every tea at Beantown Tea & Spices, Sencha Mint is a quality loose-leaf tea offered at an affordable price, with sample and larger sizes so you can find your favorite. Explore more in our Green Tea collection, or pair it with our tea accessories.
Floral, captivating and surprisingly full-bodied, this is a very pleasant first-grade Jasmine Green Tea. The dry tea's floral bouquet wakes up your senses before you even brew a cup.
History & Heritage
Jasmine tea has a long history in China, and the city of Fuzhou in Fujian is especially famous for it, with scenting traditions recorded as far back as the Southern Song dynasty. The craft relies on timing. Jasmine blossoms are gathered during the day while still closed, then layered with the tea in the evening as the flowers open and release their fragrance. After resting together, the spent flowers are removed and the tea is dried, and the process is often repeated several times for a deeper scent.
Interesting Facts
There are many grades of jasmine tea. This one is the first grade below the exotic jasmines, with all the flavor, aroma and green tea qualities, but not the exorbitant price.
The jasmine blossoms in the blend give the tea a visual appeal few others can match.
Our Jasmine First Grade is a pan-fired green tea from China, grown at about 1,500 feet, with a pale green liquor.
Tasting Notes & Pairings
Sweet, floral and smooth with a captivating finish. It is a lovely everyday tea and pairs naturally with Chinese food, spring rolls, steamed rice dishes, and light desserts.
Brewing tips (general guideline): use 1 teaspoon (about 2–3 g) per 8 oz of water at 175–185°F, steeped 2–3 minutes. Avoid boiling water, which can make green tea bitter. Adjust to taste.
Like every tea at Beantown Tea & Spices, Jasmine Green Tea is a quality loose-leaf tea offered at an affordable price, with sample and larger sizes so you can find your favorite. Explore more in our Green Tea collection, or pair it with our tea accessories.
If you like Earl Grey and lemon tea, you should definitely try our Citrus Green. Strong lemon and lime overtones on this green tea will wake up your taste buds and your nose.
History & Heritage
This blend is built on Chinese green tea. China has the world's oldest green tea tradition, and green tea is still the most widely produced type of tea there. To make green tea, fresh leaves are quickly heated to stop oxidation, which preserves their color and fresh flavor.
Interesting Facts
Ingredients: green tea, citrus peels and natural flavors.
Country of origin: China.
Tasting Notes & Pairings
When the tea is brewed, the wonderful aroma adds another dimension to enjoying it. Bright, zesty and refreshing, excellent hot or iced. Pair it with grilled fish, salads, or lemon cookies.
Brewing tips (general guideline): use 1 teaspoon (about 2–3 g) per 8 oz of water at 175–185°F, steeped 2–3 minutes. Avoid boiling water, which can make green tea bitter. Adjust to taste.
Like every tea at Beantown Tea & Spices, Citrus Green Tea is a quality loose-leaf tea offered at an affordable price, with sample and larger sizes so you can find your favorite. Explore more in our Green Tea collection, or pair it with our tea accessories.
Mango Green is a fruity green tea with wonderful natural sweetness and piquant mango character that evokes bright, sunny days.
History & Heritage
This blend is built on Chinese green tea. China has the world's oldest green tea tradition, and green tea is still the most widely produced type of tea there. To make green tea, fresh leaves are quickly heated to stop oxidation, which preserves their color and fresh flavor.
Interesting Facts
Ingredients: green tea, mango pieces and natural flavors.
The base is a steamed green tea from China.
Tasting Notes & Pairings
There is just enough flavoring that it never overpowers the green tea. It makes a stunning iced tea, so brew some up and you'll become a believer. Pair it with spicy foods, tropical fruit, or coconut desserts.
Brewing tips (general guideline): use 1 teaspoon (about 2–3 g) per 8 oz of water at 175–185°F, steeped 2–3 minutes. Avoid boiling water, which can make green tea bitter. Adjust to taste.
Like every tea at Beantown Tea & Spices, Mango Green Tea is a quality loose-leaf tea offered at an affordable price, with sample and larger sizes so you can find your favorite. Explore more in our Green Tea collection, or pair it with our tea accessories.
Apricot green tea brews a refreshing cup that is naturally sweet and crisp, with just the right amount of natural apricot flavor.
History & Heritage
This blend is built on Chinese green tea. China has the world's oldest green tea tradition, and green tea is still the most widely produced type of tea there. To make green tea, fresh leaves are quickly heated to stop oxidation, which preserves their color and fresh flavor.
Interesting Facts
Ingredients: premium green tea, apple, apricot and natural apricot flavor.
The base is a steamed green tea from China.
Tasting Notes & Pairings
It never overpowers, which makes it a great choice if you're new to green tea and would like to try something flavorful. It also makes an excellent iced tea. Pair it with almond pastries, grilled chicken, or a cheese plate.
Brewing tips (general guideline): use 1 teaspoon (about 2–3 g) per 8 oz of water at 175–185°F, steeped 2–3 minutes. Avoid boiling water, which can make green tea bitter. Adjust to taste.
Like every tea at Beantown Tea & Spices, Apricot Green Tea is a quality loose-leaf tea offered at an affordable price, with sample and larger sizes so you can find your favorite. Explore more in our Green Tea collection, or pair it with our tea accessories.
With the perfect amount of fruitiness, this Pomegranate Green Tea is delicious and crisp, with a nice tart pomegranate flavor and subtle sweetness.
History & Heritage
This blend is built on Chinese green tea. China has the world's oldest green tea tradition, and green tea is still the most widely produced type of tea there. To make green tea, fresh leaves are quickly heated to stop oxidation, which preserves their color and fresh flavor.
Interesting Facts
Ingredients: premium green tea, pomegranate and natural flavor.
The base is a steamed green tea from China.
Tasting Notes & Pairings
Want a refreshing green tea that is flavorful and fruity? Give it a try, you will not be disappointed. It is excellent both hot and iced. Pair it with Mediterranean dishes, salads, or dark chocolate.
Brewing tips (general guideline): use 1 teaspoon (about 2–3 g) per 8 oz of water at 175–185°F, steeped 2–3 minutes. Avoid boiling water, which can make green tea bitter. Adjust to taste.
Like every tea at Beantown Tea & Spices, Pomegranate Green Tea is a quality loose-leaf tea offered at an affordable price, with sample and larger sizes so you can find your favorite. Explore more in our Green Tea collection, or pair it with our tea accessories.
Fresh and smooth with reasonable depth and body, our Cherry Blossom Green Tea pairs cherry flavor with subtle hints of rose.
History & Heritage
This blend is built on Chinese green tea. China has the world's oldest green tea tradition, and green tea is still the most widely produced type of tea there. To make green tea, fresh leaves are quickly heated to stop oxidation, which preserves their color and fresh flavor. Cherry blossoms themselves are a celebrated symbol of spring across East Asia, which gives this blend its seasonal charm.
Interesting Facts
Ingredients: green tea, rose petals, cherries and natural flavors.
The base is a steamed green tea from China.
Tasting Notes & Pairings
The cherry flavor and subtle rose notes give the tea a wonderful character. It also makes an excellent iced tea. Pair it with shortbread, fresh berries, or light spring salads.
Brewing tips (general guideline): use 1 teaspoon (about 2–3 g) per 8 oz of water at 175–185°F, steeped 2–3 minutes. Avoid boiling water, which can make green tea bitter. Adjust to taste.
Like every tea at Beantown Tea & Spices, Cherry Blossom Green Tea is a quality loose-leaf tea offered at an affordable price, with sample and larger sizes so you can find your favorite. Explore more in our Green Tea collection, or pair it with our tea accessories.
Cool, sweet-scented and refreshing, our version of the classic Moroccan Mint is a blend of Gunpowder green tea, Chun Mee green tea and peppermint.
History & Heritage
Mint tea is a symbol of hospitality across North Africa, where green tea is traditionally brewed with fresh mint and sugar and poured from a height to create a light foam. Chinese Gunpowder green tea became the classic base, and one widely told account says British merchants, looking for new markets in the 1850s, helped popularize it in Morocco. Gunpowder takes its English name from its tightly rolled, pellet-like leaves.
Interesting Facts
Ingredients: green tea and peppermint.
Country of origin: China and the United States.
Tasting Notes & Pairings
The Gunpowder and Chun Mee hold up very well with the peppermint for a smooth, cooling cup. It also makes excellent iced tea. For a traditional touch, add a little sugar. Pair it with couscous, tagines, almond pastries, or dates.
Brewing tips (general guideline): use 1 teaspoon (about 2–3 g) per 8 oz of water at 175–185°F, steeped 2–3 minutes. Avoid boiling water, which can make green tea bitter. Adjust to taste.
Like every tea at Beantown Tea & Spices, Moroccan Mint is a quality loose-leaf tea offered at an affordable price, with sample and larger sizes so you can find your favorite. Explore more in our Green Tea collection, or pair it with our tea accessories.
Watch a pearl unfurl in your cup and you'll see why this tea is so loved. Jasmine Dragon Pearls are smooth, with a delicate, pleasing flavor and a heavenly jasmine character.
History & Heritage
Jasmine tea has a long history in China, and the city of Fuzhou in Fujian is especially famous for it, with scenting traditions recorded as far back as the Southern Song dynasty. The craft relies on timing. Jasmine blossoms are gathered during the day while still closed, then layered with the tea in the evening as the flowers open and release their fragrance. After resting together, the spent flowers are removed and the tea is dried, and the process is often repeated several times for a deeper scent.
Interesting Facts
The pearls are made from the top two leaves and the bud of new-season growth in late March and early April, and then hand-rolled.
When infused, the two leaves and the bud come back to life, and you may see a little "hairy down" on the bud, a sign of superb quality and careful handling.
The extraordinary flavor comes from the time of plucking, the manufacture and the fresh spring jasmine blooms.
Tasting Notes & Pairings
Silky and floral, with a clean green tea base under sweet jasmine perfume. Enjoy it with dim sum, steamed fish, almond cookies or fresh lychees, or simply on its own as a calming afternoon cup. A glass teapot is the best way to watch the pearls open.
Brewing tips (general guideline): use about 6–8 pearls (about 2–3 g) per 8 oz of water at 175–185°F, steeped 2–3 minutes. The pearls can be infused several times. Adjust to taste.
Like every tea at Beantown Tea & Spices, Jasmine Dragon Pearls is a quality loose-leaf tea offered at an affordable price, with sample and larger sizes so you can find your favorite. Explore more in our Green Tea collection, or pair it with our tea accessories.