BIRCH BLEND LOOSE TEA
MEDIUM-STRONG
**Online Exclusive**
A light, delicate blend of black teas, cinnamon and real birch bark. Subtle and woodsy, notes of wintergreen and cinnamon mingle with sweet and nutty black teas.
Read more about this tea on our blog!
Originally blended: 2024
| Birch Blend Loose Tea - 2oz / 56g |
$9.50 |
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| Birch Blend Loose Tea - 4oz / 113g |
$16.65 |
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| Birch Blend Loose Tea - 8oz / 227g |
$29.95 |
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| Birch Blend Loose Tea - 16oz / 454g |
$54.95 |
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SOURCED, BLENDED AND PACKAGED IN-HOUSE
PRICES LISTED IN CANADIAN DOLLARS (CAD)
Birch Blend is part of Murchie's Tasting Lab Online-Exclusive, and is only available for a limited time, through November and December 2024.
A perfect wintery afternoon tea, flavourful and nuanced. Best without milk as it may overwhelm the lighter flavours, perfect for watching the snow fall on a quiet night. This blend invokes the hushed feeling of a forest blanketed in wintertime.
A recommended favourite for fans of subtle flavours, woodsy and sweet notes, and lighter-bodied black teas.
Opens with warm, woodsy notes, sweet potato and nuts. Gentle cinnamon warms the tongue, followed by light spearmint that lingers in the aftertaste as a lasting sweetness. Nuts and orchid fruits, chestnut, wintergreen, and cinnamon.
| Caffeine | Caffeinated |
|---|---|
| Cup Strength | Medium-Strong |
| Origin | Blend |
| Tea Format | Loose Tea |
| Type | Black |
Lovely Review by ['Kay']
Love this tea! It is nice and mellow with all the hints as described but nothing overpowering. I don’t get much mint/ wintergreen but I also drink straight peppermint and was a bit worried about the combination of mint with cinnamon. They seem to have nailed it though as both are subtle and just work beautifully here! Slightly nutty, slightly warming (cinnamon) and cooling (wintergreen NOT peppermint)… Just lovely! I really hope they keep this one regularly!
Posted on 2024-12-20Amazing Review by ['Nox']
Birch Blend is the first Murchie's tea I've tried, and it's delightful. Wonderful fragrance. The flavors are just right, with nothing overpowering. This is a great tea for any time of the year.
Posted on 2024-11-27Another winner Review by Buckey007
Being a lover of cinnamon I knew this was a tea I had to try. I was not disappointed. The cinnamon is light, but you definitely taste it. This is a tea I would love to see offered year round, but until that time I will be stocking up before it is gone.
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Steeping the Best (Guide)
Different types of teas should be steeped according to certain times and water temperatures to bring out their best flavours. Use this guide as a starting point, and then experiment until you find the perfect brewing method for your favourite tea.
Based on approximately one level teaspoon (2.5 g) of loose tea or one tea bag per 6-8 ounce (180-240 mL) cup. For stronger flavour, add more tea. Brewing for longer may increase the strength of the tea, but will likely also cause bitterness.
Tea Bags vs. Loose Tea
While our tea bags and loose tea are crafted to match the same flavour profile, there are discernable effects between the two formats. Namely, the leaves inside tea bags is milled, making it much finer and a quicker brew, while loose tea can take a couple minutes longer to steep. Tea bags are very convenient, but loose tea can be more visually appealing and brewed with a reusable infuser.
- Tea bags: steep for 3 - 4 minutes
- Loose tea: steep for 4 - 5 minutes
General Steeping Temperatures
The table included here shows some general guidelines for steeping different kinds of tea. Be mindful that some teas, even two from the same category, will brew differently than others. In particular, our green-black blends will often have different ratios of green and black teas - the more green-leaning ones should be brewed at a lower temperature range. Experimentation is highly encouraged, as tea is very much a matter of personal taste.
Puerh and oolong teas are often steeped multiple times for a shorter period of time in smaller brewing vessels. This method creates a curious exploration of the tea as it unfurls, developing new flavours with each subsequent brew - often making for great social conversation.
If you're unsure, try steeping in the middle range for your tea type. If the result is too bitter, steep at a lower temperature or for a shorter time. If the result is flat, try a higher temperature.