Iced tea: the benefits of cold brewing
When it comes to making iced tea, there are two approaches: cold brewing and hot brewing. Cold brewing gently diffuses the tea’s aromas. By infusing in room-temperature water, you prevent bitterness much more effectively.
Cold-water infusion slows the release of tannins and theine, developing smoother, softer flavours. Tannins are chemical compounds found in tea, coffee and chocolate that impart an astringent and bitter taste. Your drink will therefore have a low theine concentration, unlike a hot brew. It is ideal for enjoying all day long.
Iced tea: the benefits of a low-sugar drink
Along with being easy to prepare, the great advantage of iced tea is its health aspect. Iced tea is the perfect alternative to commercial soft drinks, fruit juices and sugary beverages. Readily available and very refreshing, they are nonetheless not recommended for health due to their high sugar content.
This summer, opt for natural goodness without compromising on taste. Switch up your recipes with your favourite teas, from timeless classics to flavoured blends. Add fruit for natural sweetness and herbs for a burst of freshness, and it’s ready! You get all the benefits of natural ingredients while keeping your sugar intake in check.
How to prepare iced tea to make the most of its benefits?
There are endless iced tea recipes, from indulgent treats to detox blends. To make a drink that is as healthy as it is delicious, here are a few tips:
Opt for mineral or filtered water rather than tap water to make your iced tea. Free from chlorine and limescale, it will fully reveal all the aromas of your tea
Water should be at room temperature for the perfect cold brew
Cold brewing requires patience: ideally, leave it in the fridge overnight
Teas with softer aromas are better suited to this type of brewing. For instance, opt for white teas, green teas or rooibos, which will develop less bitterness than black tea
For a hot brew, refer to the instructions on the packaging of your organic Kusmi Tea
Delicate green teas only need a hot brew of a few minutes, while white teas require a longer infusion of up to eight minutes
Vary your sweeteners to suit your taste: sugar, honey, agave syrup, fruit syrups or whole fruit
Add wellness ingredients: herbs like mint or stimulating, toning rosemary, antioxidant-rich lemon juice or slices of ginger.
Iced tea: benefits and delicious flavour combined in a single drink! Sip a delicious, thirst-quenching, indulgent and refreshing beverage all summer long and enjoy the benefits of tea.
With organic Kusmi Tea teas and infusions made in Normandy, vary the pleasures to suit your mood. BB Detox and its irresistible fruitiness bring a smile to your face with its blend of green tea, maté and grapefruit. Or perhaps you would prefer to set sail for the tropics with White Bellini. With its blend of white tea, mango and passion fruit, a getaway in every sip is guaranteed!