Mighty Leaf Tea to the Rescue
August 20th, 2008
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I wouldn’t call myself a tea snob, but sometimes you need a morning or afternoon pick-me-up that isn’t a calorie packed latte that’s going to leave you bouncing off the walls late at night. A cup of high quality tea will most definitely do the trick, especially if you’ve come down with a cold like I have this past week. I usually reach for a designer tea blend of an estate Darjeeling, jasmine pearls or an African Rooibos blend for a real treat at my local tea house.
The store brand tea bags just don’t cut it, especially because their flimsy pouches are usually low on flavor and selection. I recently met Annelies Zijderveld, marketing manager of Mighty Leaf Tea Company, through Twitter (www.twitter.com/mightyleaf) and she let me know about their diverse selection of teas that will satisfy even the pickiest tea aficionado.
Annelies sent me a few of their signature blends: Orange Dulce, Green Tea Tropical and Chamomile Citrus. The Orange Dulce is definitely a favorite for the morning and is packed with enough caffeine to get you through the day. The Mighty Leaf tea bags are uniquely designed—and not to mention biodegradable—in silken pouches so the leaves, fruits and spices can emit their full, balanced flavors. The Orange Dulce gave off a sweet smell and left vanilla after tones with each sip. I added a packet of raw sugar and a splash of milk to achieve a richer, more creamy blend.
Green Tea Tropical also has a great blend of green tea leaves, pineapple and guava and is antioxidant packed. Chamomile Citrus is also another great choice to cure the common sore throat or cold and is perfect with a slice of lemon and a dollop of honey. Look closely at this tea bag and you’ll be able to see real citrus rinds and dried berries.
Check out Mighty Leaf Tea online www.mightyleaf.com and follow their twitter account @mightyleaf to keep updated on their newest tea blends and special promotions.
August 20th, 2008 at 11:11 pm
Thanks for the heads up on Mighty Leaf. That tea bag looks too good to soak in hot water.
Seems like quality stuff right there.
August 21st, 2008 at 6:56 am
@Jude I know! It’s almost too precious to soak in water. You just want to adore the prettiness and inhale the fresh aroma. But the taste is totally worth it!
August 26th, 2008 at 8:20 am
I love Mighty Leaf – I buy the big bags of loose tea and it actually comes out to be cheaper than the regular grocery store tea bags. Have you tried the Orange Dulce flavor? mmmm.
August 26th, 2008 at 8:21 am
Whoops I see that you have tried it… I got ahead of myself with the mention of Mighty Leaf.. hehe!
August 27th, 2008 at 5:54 am
I have tried the Chamomile Citrus before and really loved it. I will have to keep my eyes open for the other flavors. Thanks for the recommendations!!
August 31st, 2008 at 5:19 pm
@Robin – Do you have a preference as to how you brew your tea? Do you use a French press? Kettle? Tea ball?
September 9th, 2008 at 10:28 pm
teaball in my house…part and parcel of living with a brit though – tee hee hee
September 10th, 2008 at 9:10 am
@jody – I assume you like your tea with a little milk and sugar then?
October 29th, 2008 at 10:14 am
I love tea! I’ve been stuck on the brown rice green tea but just starting to try out a variety. Thanks for the link to a new experience.
November 8th, 2008 at 7:04 pm
@Rowell Welcome to WasabiBratwurst, thanks for stopping by. It was nice to meet you at the bloggers meetup.
Brown rice green tea… I assume you are referring to the popped brown rice?
January 31st, 2009 at 1:13 pm
I want to kinow where in Toronto area can I buy Mighty Tea please
January 31st, 2009 at 8:04 pm
@beryl, you can go to http://www.mightyleaf.com/