Green Tea Guayusa and Lemon Verbena

Green Tea Guayusa and Lemon Verbena is a fresh, aromatic and contemporary blend created for those looking for a versatile green tea to enjoy both hot and cold. Its cup profile combines the vegetal character of green tea with citrusy and herbal notes, offering a bright, smooth and refreshing drink for every season.

The presence of verbena, lemon balm and passion fruit gives the blend a fragrant and inviting character, while guayusa and passionflower add an original, elegant and modern touch. The result is a flavoured green tea that works beautifully as a mid-morning break, an afternoon pause or a refreshing alternative to sweeter summer drinks.

Ingredients

Green tea, lemon balm, guayusa, passionflower, verbena, passion fruit, sunflower petals.

A green tea to enjoy both hot and cold

This blend was created with a double vocation: it can be prepared as a classic hot tea, but it also performs beautifully when served cold. The aromatic bouquet of verbena and lemon balm is especially suited to light and fragrant infusions, while the green tea base remains clear and pleasant without becoming heavy.

Hot preparation

• Dosage: 12-15 g per litre
• Water temperature: 75-80 °C
• Infusion time: 2-3 minutes

This method keeps the green tea balanced and harmonious, without overly enhancing tannic notes.

Benefits of hot infusion

• Quick and practical preparation
• More intense and immediate aromatic profile
• Ideal for enjoying the herbal and citrus notes of the blend

Cold preparation with ice

If you want a refreshing drink ready in a short time, you can use the hot brew + ice method.

• Prepare the tea with a slightly larger amount of leaves than for the hot version
• Use water at 75-80 °C
• Infuse for 2-3 minutes
• Filter and pour immediately over a carafe full of ice

Benefits of the iced method

• Perfect when you want cold tea quickly
• Keeps the aromatic profile lively and fresh
• Ideal in summer or for an express preparation

Cold brew preparation

Cold brew is a cold infusion method in which tea leaves are steeped in cold water, usually in the fridge, for several hours. No hot water is used: extraction takes place slowly and more gently.

What is cold brew?

In cold brew, the leaves steep in cold water for an extended period, generally 6 to 10 hours, often directly in the refrigerator. This method creates a softer, more fragrant and refreshing cup.

Recommended cold brew method

• Dosage: 10-12 g per litre
• Water: cold
• Time: 6-10 hours in the fridge
• Serving: strain and serve well chilled

Benefits of cold brew

• Smoother and rounder taste
• Less bitter and less astringent perception
• Very refreshing and easy to drink
• Convenient to prepare in advance

For this blend, cold brew is especially interesting because it highlights the fresh nuances of verbena, lemon balm and passion fruit while keeping the green tea base elegant and light.

The botanicals in the blend

Lemon balm is an aromatic plant long appreciated in European herbal traditions for its delicate, fresh and naturally citrusy profile. In food applications, it is especially valued for its aroma and for the soft, rounded character it brings to the cup.

Guayusa is an Amazonian plant traditionally used to prepare infusions. Today it is increasingly appreciated in the world of botanical beverages for its distinctive profile and the modern character it gives to tea blends.

Passionflower and verbena complete the blend with an elegant, fresh and fragrant aromatic signature, making this tea especially pleasant both hot and cold.

Further reading

Guayusa (Ilex guayusa Loes.) as a stimulant and antioxidant novel food
Health Benefits of Bioactive Compounds from the Genus Ilex
An Updated Review on The Properties of Melissa officinalis
Clinical Efficacy and Tolerability of Lemon Balm in Psychological Well-Being

FAQ about Green Tea Guayusa and Lemon Verbena

What does it taste like?

It has a fresh, herbal and citrusy taste, with a clean green tea base and a soft aromatic profile shaped by verbena, lemon balm and passion fruit.

Can it be enjoyed cold?

Yes, this blend is especially suitable for cold preparation, both over ice and as a cold brew tea.

How do you prepare it as a cold brew?

Use 10-12 g of tea per litre of cold water and leave it in the fridge for 6-10 hours. Then strain and serve chilled.

What is the difference between cold brew and iced tea?

In cold brew, the tea infuses directly in cold water for several hours. In the iced method, the tea is first brewed hot and then rapidly cooled over ice. Cold brew usually gives a softer and gentler cup, while the iced method is faster and more immediate in aroma.

Is it a good tea for summer?

Yes, thanks to its fresh and fragrant profile, it is an excellent choice for the warmer months, especially when prepared cold.

How should it be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place, away from light, heat, moisture and strong odours, preferably in a tightly closed container.