Your First Cup of Tangerine Dream
Tangerine Dream is a green tea blend that combines Chinese Sencha and Yunnan green teas with spiced orange, creamy vanilla, and woodsy notes. It's vegan, gluten-free, and non-GMO, made with natural ingredients like Brazilian Jatoba wood, Turkish orange, Madagascar vanilla, and lemongrass. Whether you prefer it hot or iced, this guide walks you through the steps to get the most out of each cup.
How to Brew Tangerine Dream Green Tea Hot
- Heat the water: Heat 8 oz of fresh, filtered water to 175°F. If you don't have a temperature-controlled kettle, bring water to a boil and let it cool for about 2 minutes.
- Steep the tea: Place the tea leaves in a teapot or infuser. Pour the hot water over the leaves and steep for 2–3 minutes. Adjust steeping time to taste—shorter for a lighter flavor, longer for a stronger cup.
- Remove and enjoy: Remove the tea leaves or strain the infusion. Pour into your favorite mug and enjoy the sweet citrus and vanilla notes with a lingering orange peel finish.
How to Brew Tangerine Dream Green Tea Iced
- Brew double strength: Use twice the amount of tea leaves you would for hot tea. Steep in 8 oz of water at 175°F for 2–3 minutes.
- Cool and pour over ice: Let the concentrated tea cool to room temperature. Fill a glass with ice and pour the tea over it. The result is a refreshing, not watered-down, iced tea.
What the Catalog Confirms About Tangerine Dream
- Tangerine Dream - Vanilla Orange Green Tea: Steep in 8 oz of water at 175°F for 2–3 minutes, or brew double strength for iced tea. This precise temperature and time ensure the green tea doesn't become bitter, preserving the sweet citrus and vanilla flavors.
Tangerine Dream - Vanilla Orange Green Tea - Tangerine Dream - Vanilla Orange Green Tea: Available in four sizes: 4 cup deluxe sample, 15 cup bag, 26 cup tin, and 70 cup bag. Choose the size that fits your drinking habits. The sample is great for first-timers, while the larger bags suit daily drinkers.
Serving Tips and Variations
Tangerine Dream is equally stunning served hot or iced. For a treat, pair it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to create a dreamy creamsicle-like drink. The blend's natural sweetness from vanilla and orange means you can skip added sugar if you prefer a lighter cup. Remember to store your tea leaves in an airtight container away from light and moisture to maintain freshness.
