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03/04/2026

🫖🥧🫐Tea Pairings 🍊🥧🫖

For every food enthusiast around, we're pretty sure their numbers are matched with a tea enthusiast and as the expansion of culinary delights in both food and tea grow every year, it makes perfect sense to look at what amazing combinations tea and food pairing can literally bring to the table!

Of course, we are all familiar with food pairings and wine, but maybe not so much with the concept of tea - well at least not in the West. Of course in the East, particularly in China, drinking tea has been a tradition that has enhanced meals for many years but as teas popularity has grown, so has the interest in it's many uses both to accompany food but also to be present in food recipes.

There are so many different wonderful flavours of teas from all around the world that the different permutations of pairing with food are endless, but it is worth keeping in mind that matching teas with food is very much an evolving art and as with most things, is very much down to personal taste. That said however, there are some general guidelines beginning to emerge that might be of some help and here are some suggestions to consider below.

Tea And Food Pairing Chart

🥩🍳Red Meat, English Style Breakfasts (fried foods): Black Teas, Breakfast Blends, Assam, Kenyan, Lapsang Souchong, Keemun - Similar to comparing red wines and foods, are great accompaniments to full flavoured foods such as red meats or spicy foods.

🥚🥞Egg Dishes, Fish, Continental Style Breakfasts, Poultry: Green teas,Earl Grey, Darjeeling, Dark Oolongs, Ceylon Black Teas - Great accompaniment to lighter savoury meals or after dinner

🥗🍤Seafood, Salads, Chicken: Sencha Green Tea, Light Oolongs, Lapsang Souchong, Darjeeling, Jasmine Blossom, Light Oolongs are particularly good with seafood.

🥘Spicy Foods: Assam, Ceylon, Keemun, Green Teas, Lapsang Souchong - Bright and lively flavoured teas work well with rich spicy foods.

Chinese Oolongs, Jasmine Blossom, Yunnan Black Tea, Keemun: Whilst traditionally Oolongs and Jasmine Green teas would be proposed, for some of the more spicy dishes it's worth trying a black Yunnan or Keemun for added depth.

🥧Desserts: Jasmine Blossom, Golden Monkey, English Breakfast, Assam, Chocolate desserts are particularly well paired with teas such as Assam or Golden Monkey. For lighter desserts, English Breakfast has great flavour and no Assam leaf so is a lighter breakfast blend.

🍰Afternoon Tea, Ceylon Teas, Jasmine Blossom, Earl Grey, Kenyan, Darjeeling, Green Teas: Most teas work well, but it is worth experimenting with different blends and flavours depending on the lead flavours of the cakes, pastries or sandwiches on offer.

🫖After Dinner; White Tea, Green Teas, Pu-Erh, Peppermint Herbal Infusions, Pu-Erhs are known to aid digestion so are often enjoyed after large meals.
Peppermint is a refreshing, caffeine free herbal infusion also known to aid digestion but be aware it's not recommended for people who suffer from GORD as peppermint can exacerbate the symptoms.

☕️Supper: Rooibos, Honeybush, Camomile, Peppermint or Fruit Infusions - If you don't want to partake of any caffeine before going to bed, why not try a herbal infusion such as Rooibos or Honeybush as it offers a great depth of taste as well as a pleasant, sweetness.

There are many flavours on the market to enjoy.

03/04/2026

🥓🫖Smoky Pigs In Blankets Recipe - Tea Infused🫖🥓

Lapsang Tea Infused Smoky Pigs In Blankets Recipe

🛒Ingredients
2 medium carrots (about 100g), cut into thick slices
2 small parsnips (about 80g), peeled, woody cores removed and cut into chunks
1 red onion cut into wedges
2 tsp olive oil
16 chipolata-sized pigs in blankets or 8 larger ones
100 ml of Lapsang tea(1 teaspoon loose tea infused in 200ml hot water for 8 minutes)
2-3 tbsp cream or crème fraîche(optional)
2 tbsp chopped soft herbs such as basil or parsley
mashed potato or leftover roasties (see tip), to serve

👩‍🍳Method
Step 1
Heat the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Put the carrots, parsnips and onion in a deep baking dish or casserole, and toss in the oil. Season well and roast for 20 mins. Add the pigs in blankets and roast for a further 10-15 mins or until the bacon begins to crisp a little.
Step 2
Reduce the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Add the tea to the baking dish. Cook for another 40 mins. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Swirl through the cream, if using, and scatter over the chopped herbs. Serve with mashed potatoes or leftover roasties.

🌿Top Tips:
LEFTOVER COOKED PIGS IN BLANKETS?
If you've already cooked the pigs in blankets, add them with the tea, instead of earlier.

🌿LEFTOVER ROASTIES?
To serve with leftover roast potatoes, put them on a baking tray and lightly crush with the back of a fork so they split. Heat in the oven alongside the casserole for 40 mins.

03/04/2026

🌿🫖Focus - Herbal Tea Blend Loose Leaf Tea 50g🌿🫖

🍋🌿A refreshing full bodied blend of fragrant herbal ingredients, carefully chosen to invigorate and focus.
The combination of lemongrass and mint make a wonderful aromatic blend.

👩‍🍳BREWING GUIDE: Brew for 6-8 Mins 1 teaspoon/Cup at 100°C

🛒INGREDIENTS: Green Mate, Lemongrass, Spearmint, Ginseng, Gingko, Nettle, Cornflower, Calendula, Sunflower petals.
ORIGIN:Brazil, Thailand, USA, Hungary, Italy, Poland.
CAFFEINE:Approx 80 mg per cup
LEAVES:Coarse cut herbs and fruit
AROMA:Fresh Herbal notes with fresh spearmint
COLOUR:Pale yellow with orange highlights
TASTE:Invigorating, full bodied herbal taste with the fresh sweetness of spearmint.
WELL BEING:Energising
CAFFEINE CONTENT:Moderate

Gluten Free and Vegan Friendly.

https://www.ourklara.co.uk/product/focus-herbal-blend-loose-leaf-tea/28?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false

02/04/2026

🧃🫖🧊Why cold brew tea?🧊🫖🧃

Well this is an alternative method to making iced tea in the traditional way (which involves brewing the tea with hot water then pouring over ice to cool); the benefits of cold brew tea is as the leaves are gently steeped in water for a long period of time, there are less tannins released, lower caffeine levels and there can be increased antioxidant levels if left to steep for 12 hours or more.

🤔How is the tea flavour affected?
When extracting flavour from tea leaves using a cold brew method, you're using the length of time the leaves are infusing in the water to do the extraction rather than the chemical reactions that occur when infusing with hot water. This cold infusion (or brew) technique means the flavour of the tea will be a lot smoother, less astringent and you will taste different nuances to the tea you don't taste with a traditional hot infusion. In particular, if the tea you use is more of an aromatic tea, like Sugar and Spice Tea or Zesty Earl you will taste much sweeter and have more of the floral and citrus refreshing notes from the tea.

🫖What equipment do you need?
As a very simple method, the only equipment you need is a water filter (or filtered water), a fridge and a tea pot or container you can fit inside your fridge for the leaves to infuse. Once the leaves are infused, you will need another container like a glass pitcher to pour the infused tea to serve and be able to store inside your fridge again if needed.

👩‍🍳How to make
As with any tea, water quality is just as important as the tea leaves you are using, so only make using fresh filtered water (not distilled). Make sure the water is cool, use ice cubes if necessary, but the water temperature should be around 8 - 12 degrees C if possible. For the tea, you are going to use around double the amount of tea you would normally use to make a hot tea and the chart below provide you with a guide as to how much to weigh per 100 ml.
Weigh the leaves, according to the volume of water you intend to infuse, and place them inside your teapot or container. Gently pour the filtered water over the tea leaves. Avoid stirring. Cover and then refrigerate. After a few hours,( see the chart below for some guidance) remove the tea from the fridge and taste. If the flavour is not strong enough for your taste, place back in the fridge for further infusion time. If all well, decant the tea (separating the tea from the tea leaves) into your glass serving pitcher and serve.

🌿Any teas made this way can be stored up to 24 hours in an airtight container in the fridge.

02/04/2026

🍊🥧Marmalade & Earl Grey Frangipane Tart Recipe - Tea Infused🥧🍊

Gorgeously fruity and sweet tart! Perfect as an afternoon treat!

🛒Ingredients
300g plain flour, plus extra for dusting
½ tsp fine sea salt
3 tbsp icing sugar
170g cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
2 egg yolks (freeze the whites for another recipe)
200g marmalade (thick-cut marmalade works particularly well)
a handful of flaked almonds
icing sugar, to dust
extra-thick cream, to serve

🛒For the frangipane
150g unsalted butter, softened
150g golden caster sugar
2 earl grey tea bags
¼ heaped tsp sea salt
80g ground almonds
3 eggs, beaten
3 tbsp self-raising flour
a handful of flaked almonds
icing sugar, to dust
extra thick cream, to serve

👩‍🍳Method
STEP 1
For the pastry, combine the plain flour, fine sea salt, icing sugar and cold butter in a food processor, then pulse to fine breadcrumbs. Or rub the butter into the flour using your fingers. In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp cold water with the egg yolks, add to the mix and pulse or stir in to combine – add up to another 2 tbsp water if the mixture still feels dry. Tip into a bowl, shape into a ball, then cover and chill for 30 mins.

STEP 2
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pastry to a 27cm circle about the thickness of a £1 coin. Run a palette knife underneath it every now and then so that it doesn’t stick. Use a lined 23cm fluted tart tin, leaving an overhang of about 1 cm and freeze for 20 mins. Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6.

STEP 3
Cover the pastry with baking parchment, fill with baking beans or uncooked rice and bake for 15 mins. Remove the parchment and beans, prick the base of the tart with a fork and bake for 7-10 mins until the pastry has turned slightly darker. Trim the overhang with a serrated knife.

STEP 4
For the frangipane, beat the softened butter and sugar with a whisk (electric or by hand) until combined but not aerated. Cut the tops off the teabags and tip the tea leaves into the butter and sugar mix along with the sea salt, ground almonds, beaten eggs and self-raising flour and beat for another minute until the mixture just comes together.

STEP 5
Spread the marmalade over the pastry using a spoon. Top with the frangipane, working from the centre and leaving a 5mm gap around the edge for it to expand. Be gentle and try not to mix the frangipane with the marmalade for a defined layer when you cut it. Scatter over the flaked almonds and bake for 40 mins or until golden (cover with foil after 30 mins if it’s colouring too quickly). Leave to cool in the tin, then dust with icing sugar.

🌿Will keep for up to three days. Cut into slices and serve with extra-thick cream.

https://www.ourklara.co.uk/s/stories/marmalade-earl-grey-frangipane-tart

02/04/2026

🍇🫐Red Mixed Berries Fruit Tea🍇🫐

This caffeine free loose leaf fruit tea is jam packed with fruity goodness and has a wonderful aroma, enjoyed both hot and cold.

BREWING GUIDE: Brew for 6-8 Mins 1 teaspoon/Cup at 100°C

INGREDIENTS:Hibiscus, Elderberries, Dried Black Currants, Apple, Blueberries, Cornflowers, Natural Flavour.
ORIGIN:Canada, USA, Thailand and Spain.
CAFFEINE:None
AROMA:Wonderfully fruity
COLOUR:Deep burgundy red
TASTE:Fruity, slightly tart flavour with a mellow smoothness and natural sweetness.
WELL BEING:Relaxing and comforting
STRENGTH:Full Bodied

Gluten Free and Vegan Friendly

https://www.ourklara.co.uk/product/red-mixed-berries-fruit-loose-leaf-tea/27?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false

01/04/2026

Did you know…….

🌿Fennel tea, with its distinct anise-like flavour, is not only a delightful beverage but also a powerhouse of health benefits. Rich in antioxidants and known for aiding digestion, this herbal infusion can be a soothing addition to your wellness journey.

Fennel seed tea offers numerous health benefits, including improved digestion, boosted immunity, and relief from respiratory issues. It's also known for its calming properties, potentially aiding with sleep and reducing stress. Additionally, fennel tea may help with blood sugar management and women's health, including alleviating menstrual cramps.

Elaboration:
Digestive Health:
Fennel tea is traditionally used to soothe digestive discomforts like bloating, gas, and indigestion. Its compounds, like anethole, can help relax digestive muscles and reduce spasms.

Immune System:
Fennel contains antioxidants that can help protect cells from damage and support overall immune function.

Women's Health:
Fennel tea may help alleviate menstrual cramps.

Sleep and Relaxation:
Fennel tea has been used traditionally to help ease stress and anxiety, and may promote relaxation and improve sleep quality.

*please note we are not medical professionals and all our helpful information is readily available on the internet, please always check with your gp if in doubt taking herbal remedies *

01/04/2026

🍯Honey & Rooibos Tea Loaves🍯

Makes 4 mini loaves

🛒Ingredients
350g chopped dried figs
150ml Rooibos tea (infused tea with leaves removed)
450 g honey (divided - 80g plus 100ml of infused rooibos tea)
115g unsalted butter
70g caster sugar
3 large eggs
625g self raising flour
2 teaspoons (10 g) baking powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
150ml whole milk
150 g icing sugar, sifted
175 g sliced dried Figs

👩‍🍳Method
In a medium saucepan, heat chopped figs, (115 g) honey, and 50ml rooibos infused tea(no leaves) over medium heat until mixture begins to simmer. Remove from heat. Let stand until cool, about 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Butter and flour 4 (4½x2½-inch) mini loaf pans.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter and caster sugar at medium speed for 5 to 10 seconds. With mixer running, slowly add remaining honey, beating until combined. Add eggs, one at a time, beating just until combined after each addition.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. With mixer on low speed, gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture alternately with the 100ml milk and 50ml of the tea, beginning and ending with flour mixture, beating just until combined after each addition. Spoon half of batter into prepared pans; top with fig mixture. Spoon remaining batter over fig mixture.
Bake until golden brown and a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes. Run a knife around edges of loaves to loosen. Remove from pans, and let cool completely on a wire rack.
In a medium bowl, whisk together icing sugar and remaining 50ml milk until smooth. Drizzle glaze over loaves (add more milk a tiny bit at a time if not quite runny enough).
In a small bowl, place sliced figs. In a small saucepan, heat remaining 50ml tea and 2 tbs honey over medium heat until hot. Pour hot tea over sliced figs. Cover and let cool. Garnish cakes with figs, if desired. Wrap and freeze loaves for up to 2 weeks.

Enjoy! 😋

01/04/2026

👷‍♂️👷‍♀️Builder's Tea Loose Tea box of 15 biodegradable pyramid teabags.👷‍♀️👷‍♂️

Builder's Tea is a strong, full-bodied, malty brew, A combination of high-quality teas from a 2nd Flush Assam and a February tea from Kenya ensures that if you wait just long enough, your teaspoon might just stand up!

🛒Ingredients: High-Grown Kenyan & 2nd Flush Assam Black Tea.
Leaves: CTC Broken Orange Pekoe (BOP)/BP1 Broken Pekoe #1.
Latin/ Botanical Names: Camellia sinensis.
Grown: Nandi Highlands (Kenya), Assam (India), 500 - 6500 ft above sea level.
Aroma: Floral notes with complex depth.
Infused Colour: Bright and coppery.
Caffeine: Between 27- 35mg per 250 ml cup

👩‍🍳Serving Guide
Per 250ml Cup: 1 heaped teaspoon (approx. 3g)
Water: Use freshly filtered, boiling water. Pour over leaves.
Brewing Time: 3 – 7 minutes; we prefer 5 minutes for full flavour.
Milk & Sugar: You can add milk, sugar, honey or lemon to suit taste preferences.

Gluten Free and Vegan Friendly.

https://www.ourklara.co.uk/product/builders-tea-loose-leaf-teabags/65X4FRNQM7MIUFLCUMOMGPAA?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=VTWDBHYDWGJL4BRVNC4JOP6Y

31/03/2026

Did you know…….

🌿Lemon balm tea is often used for its calming and digestive benefits. It can help reduce stress and anxiety, promote better sleep, and support digestive health. Additionally, it may offer some neuroprotective effects and help with other conditions like menstrual pain and cold sores.

Detailed Benefits:
Stress and Anxiety Reduction:
Lemon balm is known for its calming properties and may help reduce anxiety and improve mood.

Improved Sleep:
It can be a helpful remedy for insomnia, especially when combined with other calming herbs like valerian.

Digestive Health:
Lemon balm can aid digestion, relieve bloating, and ease stomach discomfort.

Neuroprotection:
Some studies suggest lemon balm may have neuroprotective effects, potentially slowing cognitive decline.

Other Potential Benefits:
It may also help with menstrual pain, cold sores, and potentially even support cardiovascular health

31/03/2026

🤍💚 White Chocolate & Green Tea Brownies💚🤍
Fudgy, fragrant and not-too-sweet!

These indulgent brownies combine creamy white chocolate with gently brewed green tea for a beautifully balanced bake. Rich without being heavy, they’re perfect for afternoon tea or gifting.

🛒 Ingredients (makes 12–16 squares)

Green Tea Infusion
2 tsp loose green tea (or 2 teabags)
80ml hot (not boiling) water

Brownies
200g white chocolate, chopped
120g unsalted butter
150g caster sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
180g plain flour
Pinch of salt
2 tbsp brewed green tea (cooled)

Optional:
50g extra white chocolate chunks
1 tsp matcha powder (for stronger green tea flavour)

👩‍🍳 Method
Brew the tea
Brew green tea in hot (not boiling) water for 2–3 minutes.
Strain and leave to cool completely.

Melt chocolate & butter
Preheat oven to 170°C (150°C fan).
Line a 20cm square tin.
Gently melt white chocolate and butter together (bain-marie or low microwave), stirring until smooth.
Mix the batter
Whisk sugar into the melted mixture, followed by eggs and vanilla.
Stir in 2 tbsp cooled green tea (and matcha if using).
Add dry ingredients
Fold in flour and salt until just combined.
Stir through extra white chocolate chunks if using.
Bake
Pour into the tin and smooth the top.
Bake for 22–26 minutes, until just set with a slight wobble in the centre.
Cool & slice
Allow to cool completely in the tin for the fudgiest texture, then slice into squares.

🌿 Serving Ideas
Dust lightly with icing sugar or matcha
Serve warm with crème fraîche
Cut into bite-size cubes for grazing boards
Drizzle with white chocolate + a splash of green tea

✨ Flavour Notes
Sweet • Creamy • Softly herbal
The green tea adds depth and balance rather than bitterness — a perfect match with white chocolate.

Enjoy! 😋😋

31/03/2026

🍒🫖Cherry Bakewell Flavoured Loose Leaf Tea - Contains Caffeine🫖🍒

Indulge in the delightful flavours of Cherry Bakewell with our Loose Leaf Tea. Made with premium ingredients for a soothing and aromatic wellness experience.
A tea to enjoy any time of day, but is particularly great after dinner.

BREWING GUIDE: brew for 3-7 Mins 1 teaspoon/Cup at 100°C

INGREDIENTS: Luxury Ceylon Black Tea, Cranberry Pieces, Sunflower Petals, Calendula Petals, Natural Flavours.
ORIGIN: Sri Lanka.
LEAVES: Orthodox Orange Pekoe (OP)
AROMA: Cherry and almonds
COLOUR: Bright and coppery
TASTE: Harmonious blend of cherry and almonds creating a real depth in character.
STRENGTH: Medium Bodied
CAFFEINE CONTENT: Moderate

Gluten Free and Vegan Friendly.

https://www.ourklara.co.uk/product/cherry-bakewell-loose-leaf-tea/34?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=VTWDBHYDWGJL4BRVNC4JOP6Y

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