FIRST FROST

STRONG Cup Strength

Robust black tea, creamy vanilla, and cool peppermint captures the sensation of frosty winter mornings.

Originally blended: 2018

First Frost - 10 Tea Bag Box
$5.95
First Frost - 50 Tea Bag Box Not currently in stock.
First Frost - Loose 2oz/56g Not currently in stock.
First Frost - Loose 4oz/113g
$14.95
First Frost - Loose 8oz/227g Not currently in stock.
First Frost - Loose 16oz/454g Not currently in stock.

SOURCED, BLENDED AND PACKAGED IN-HOUSE
PRICES LISTED IN CANADIAN DOLLARS (CAD)

Waking up to the sight of frost outside your bedroom window means the winter season is almost here!

Stay toasty by the fireplace with a mug of hot tea in one hand and a good book in the other. First Frost is a blend of robust black teas, aromatic vanilla, and refreshing peppermint. Sugar pearls blended into the tea is reminiscent of dew drops hanging from evergreen leaves. Add milk and sweetener for a delicious latte!

Allergen warning: Contains soy.

Tea Bag Ingredients: black tea (Ceylon), peppermint, natural and artificial flavouring
Loose Tea Ingredients: black tea (Ceylon), peppermint, sugar pearls, natural and artificial flavouring

Allergen warning (sugar pearls): Contains soy.
Caffeine Caffeinated
Cup Strength Strong
Tea Format Tea Bags
Type Black

Amazing winter tea!  Review by  ['TKT']

This is a must have for those cold winter days, the flavor profile is amazing and will have you in a festive mood instantly! Highly recommended for yourself or as a gift.

Posted on 2024-12-08

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Standardized cupping technique and vessel for tasting tea General guidelines on steeping different kinds of tea

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.

  1. Tea bags: steep for 3 - 4 minutes
  2. 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.

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