Metropolitan Mist
Metropolitan Mist brings cool mint, dark berry notes and tart hibiscus together in an herbal infusion. Steep according to the guide below and enjoy the cup hot or chilled.
Caffeine Free
Ingredients: Spearmint, Elderberry, Hibiscus, Elderflower, Peppermint, Echinacea, Dandelion Root, Nettle, Blueberries, Natural Flavor
How to brew
- Tea: 4 g of dry tea per 8 fl oz (240 ml) of water
- Water temperature: 212°F (100°C)
- Steep time: 5–10 minutes, then strain or remove the tea bag.
- Cups per ounce: Approximately 7 cups per ounce (28.35 g), using 4 g per 8-fl-oz cup. This estimate counts the first infusion only.
Start with this guide and adjust to taste. A larger mug or stronger brew uses more tea and makes fewer cups per ounce.
Recipe to try
Melon & Mint Frozen Tea Frappe with Metropolitan Mist
Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 4 g Metropolitan Mist
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups ripe honeydew melon, peeled, seeded and diced
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Bean Sugar
- 1 cup ice
Method
- Heat 1 cup water to 212°F. Steep the Metropolitan Mist for 5–10 minutes, then strain or remove the tea bag.
- Stir the sugar into the tea, then refrigerate until cold.
- Blend the cold tea, fruit, fresh mint and ice until thick and smooth. Pour into two glasses and serve immediately.
Ingredient research and safety
For independent background on ingredients or tea types, see NIH fact sheets on Echinacea, Elderberry, Dandelion. Research on individual ingredients, supplements or extracts does not establish an effect for this prepared product.
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