Nightcap Loose Tea
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Brewing deep purple, this tart, caffeine-free tea contains hibiscus, butterfly pea, and valerian root for the perfect sleepytime concoction.
Originally blended: 2021
| Product Name | Price | Qty |
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| Nightcap - Loose 2oz/56g |
$14.95 |
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| Nightcap - Loose 4oz/113g |
$25.95 |
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| Nightcap - Loose 8oz/227g |
$47.50 |
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| Nightcap - Loose 16oz/454g |
$79.95 |
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Nightcap is a blend of soothing herbs, valerian root and fruit pieces for moments of quiet relaxation. Its fruity, tart flavour from the combination of hibiscus, lemon myrtle and lemon grass makes it a welcome alternative to standard sleepytime teas such as chamomile. The butterfly pea and hibiscus flowers in this blend give the brewed liquor a deep purple colour.
Naturally caffeine-free!
For a surprise (and a bit of extra zing), add a squirt of lemon juice. The tisane will turn from purple to pink!
Ingredients: valerian root, butterfly pea, hibiscus, lemon grass, lemon myrtle, apple pieces
Warning: Valerian root is not recommended while pregnant, and should not be combined with alcohol or other drowsiness medication.
| Caffeine | Caffeine-free |
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| Cup Strength | Medium-Strong |
| Origin | Blend |
| Tea Format | Loose Tea |
| Type | Herbal/Rooibos |
I can't get past the smell. Review by DrD
This may be a miraculous tea for sleep, but it really smells terrible. And the taste is not much better. Just opening the lid of the canister is enough. This is the only Murchies tea that I have not loved. I ended up throwing it away.
Posted on 2023-10-12Magical! Review by ['Teawater']
I was visiting Victoria so I was able to pick this up in person at their store. I absolutely love the tea, def more herby which I like but the color!! So whimsical! It’s like i’m drinking a magical sleep potion! I bet it would look with a little bit of that edible shimmer used in drinks! Would recommend!
Posted on 2023-06-24not a favourite Review by Angela
I have enjoyed other blends with soothing calming qualities but not this one. The deep purple of Nightcap is very pretty in the cup - but while the components may aid in sleep, they lack some distinctive character. I do not suggestion cancelling it, but perhaps add some zing to the herbal mix? I will be experimenting with mine, and would welcome some other suggestions. lemongrass? jasmine flowers? even cinnamon? not sure...
Posted on 2023-06-15Just need a tea bag version now Review by Rose
Camomile stopped working for me some time ago, and few other tea blends really helped me sleep, but this one made a difference. Only problem is that it only comes as a loose tea, which makes it difficult to keep up with my night time routine when I'm in a lot of pain or have a migraine. This tea is wonderful, but I sometimes just don't have the energy or patience to deal with meticulously scooping it evenly so I get a consistent cup.
Posted on 2022-10-03It works and tastes pretty good Review by Heather
I have tried other things before bedtime and was surprised that this worked so well. It reduces my anxiety and helps me with sleep. It also doesn't taste like medicine, just fruity.
Posted on 2021-10-30Miracle Tea Review by ['Rhythm']
It normally takes me a half an hour or longer to fall asleep no matter what I do, and sleepless nights are all to common for me, but this actually works. I have some just before bed, and within a couple minutes of laying down, I'm out. I wish it came in tea bags to make it easier to prepare at night, but loose tea works for now. It terms of flavour, this one was an instant hit in my house, even my roommate who never really liked tea actually said it is really good. It is definitely by favourite.
Posted on 2021-06-21Best "sleep tea" yet Review by ['Insomniac J']
I love this tea. It has become part of my nighttime, pre-bedtime ritual. I have tried many teas designed to promote and/or assist with sleep. This one is the best, in terms of flavour, effectiveness, and cost per serving. And, it's great to support a Canadian company.
Posted on 2021-05-08Write your Own Review
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Flavour Profile Guide
Tea and coffee tasting is a very individual, multi-dimensional experience: one person’s perfect cup can be too strong or weak, too brisk or watery for the next person. At Murchie’s, we believe that the best tea or coffee is the one that YOU like the best! We use the following flavour profile guides to help compare our teas and coffees within a relative scale.
Tea Strength Ratings
This rating method indicates the strength of flavour each tea has when brewed according to our brewing guide.
RATING |
RATING PROFILE |
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Light/Delicate: Very light in colour and delicate in flavour | |
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Medium: Medium-light cup with slightly fuller cup | |
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Medium-Strong: Medium-dark cup, medium body, and full flavour without harshness | |
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Strong: Full body, rich cup, takes milk well | |
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Very Strong: Rich, dark cup with very full, strong flavour and briskness |
Coffee Ratings
We rate the flavour properties of our coffees along two dimensions: roast and body.
Roast is simply a result of how long and how hot the beans have been roasted, which can be seen in the colour of the finished bean, and typically results in general flavour traits:
| Light Roast | More acidity, brightness and a slight pucker | |
| Medium Roast | Slightly richer flavours, some acidity, enhanced creaminess | |
| Dark Roast | Distinctive roasted flavour, sometimes notes of toasted sugar or charcoal |
Body is the term used to describe how the brewed coffee feels in your mouth:
| Light Body | Easy to drink with little lingering flavour, ‘thin’ or ‘clean’ feeling on the palate | |
| Medium Body | Heavier, creamier mouth-feel with more lingering flavour | |
| Full Body | Rich, full-mouth feeling: hits all of the palate and lingers |
Tea Brewing Guide
Different types of teas should be brewed 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 (2.5g) of loose tea or one tea bag per 6-8 ounce (180-240ml) cup. For stronger flavour, add more tea. Brewing for longer may increase the strength of the tea, but will likely also cause bitterness.
Brew times shown in minutes.
Coffee Brewing Guide
The simplest methods for brewing coffee are drip coffee, pour over and French press. These guidelines are a starting point; modify the ratio of coffee to water, the grind, and brewing time to your taste. If your coffee is not strong enough, increase the proportion of coffee per cup of water, grind the beans finer, or allow them to brew longer – or any combination of these factors. If your coffee is too strong, simply do the opposite.
Drip coffee or pour over method: hot water is gradually poured over coffee grounds and slowly drips through
- Fine to medium grind coffee
- 1.5 to 2.5 tablespoons of coffee per cup of water
- Coarse grind coffee
- 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of coffee per cup (e.g. 4-6 tbsp for a 4-cup French press)
- Pour about 1/3 of the water over the coffee grinds; wait about 30 seconds and then pour in the rest
- Wait 4-5 minutes, then push down the plunger to separate the grounds from finished coffee, and enjoy!
