It's been three weeks since I gave birth to our second child and I'm back in full swing enjoying the 'forbidden' foods that were not recommended during the pregnancy. One of the beverages I missed most was tea. As an avid tea drinker (average of 6-8 cups a day), I missed my hot and cold brews dearly. |
Recently, I read about and discovered Big T NYC Cold Brew Tea, which was founded by Theresa Krier and inspired by her work at New York Fashion Week. Theresa noted there was a real need for a no-bloat calorie-free beverage that could help people stay beautiful, hydrated and focused in any situation. By combining her love of tea and need to differentiate from the plethora of beverages, she set out to create delicious and premium tea combining artistry and unique flavors. These gourmet loose leaf teas ($11.50) feature organic, premium Fair Trade ingredients that are combined create distinct flavor profiles. In addition, each of the three flavours is purported to deliver wellness benefits that range from promoting glowing skin, uplifting mood, and comfort.
Each blend features a different tea base. Baby It's Cold Outside is a Vietnamese Black & Chinese Oolong tea blend, infused with maple essential oils, Indonesian vanilla, and California almonds.. Tell-Tale Glow is a Bai Mu Dan white tea blended with Goji berries, Elderberries, and Zante currants. Unexpected Fling is a Sencha green tea blended with rose and cherry.
White tea plays well with flavoring ingredients and refreshes the palette without a lingering after taste. | I''m a huge fan of white tea as it's very refreshing, subtle and doesn't overpower the palette after the fifth cup in a day. In addition, the best quality of white tea is that it plays well with flavoring ingredients. Naturally, I reached for Tell-Tale Glow. After sipping on Tell-Tale Glow, a white tea blended with superfruits, rose and florals for a hit of vitamin C and power antioxidants, I've become addicted. The tea tastes refreshingly fruity with a touch of sweetness that's subtle. With a touch of coconut milk, the cold brew is transformed into an indulgent breakfast drink. Especially over ice, Tell-Tale Glow is the perfect summer refreshment and post-workout drink. I can't speak to the skin wellness benefits per se, but I definitely found the tea tasty and uplifting, especially when brewed cold. When enjoyed hot, the tea's flavor and fragrance is intensified. |