Despite the dominance of coffee shops on the American landscape, tea remains the hot beverage of choice for a huge percentage of the population. And, like coffee, tea enthusiasts will tell you that there is no shortage of tea varieties. Teas can come in all sorts of different strengths, qualities, and flavors.
While a standard breakfast tea will always be a popular choice, many tea drinkers also enjoy the many fruit flavorings that they can seamlessly blend with their favorite teas. Many natural fruit flavorings can be added to teas to enhance both its flavor and nutritional benefits. Here are some of the most popular fruit flavors among tea drinkers.
Natural lemon flavor
Perhaps the most common fruit flavor to see paired with tea is lemon. Black tea and green tea both can be given a hint of tangy sweetness with the addition of some natural lemon flavoring. Iced tea with lemon is also one of the most popular cold beverages during summer. Lemon is a great flavor enhancement for many food items, tea included.
Among the various health benefits offered by lemons are high levels of vitamin C, as well as some helpful weight loss characteristics.
Natural mango flavor
Mango-flavored teas are high in demand, whether hot or cold. The uniquely refreshing taste of mango makes it a favorite in a wide variety of beverages, and tea is no exception. Mango again pairs well with any type of tea, and can be as subtle or strong as one wants it to be in their cup.
Mango is, of course, a great source of vitamin C, as well as iron and fiber. Mango herbal teas can help with digestive regulation as well as provide a boost to the immune system; it may even help to promote heart health. Even if mango tea wasn’t delicious, it would still be worthwhile for most tea enthusiasts.
Passion fruit flavor
A more trendy fruit flavoring on the rise in teas is passion fruit. While not as familiar as some of the other fruits on this list, passion fruit is known for its sweet-sour taste and is becoming increasingly in-demand all over the market, especially among tea drinkers.
While it has a reputation as a great-tasting fruit, the appeal of passion fruit goes beyond flavor. It is rich in Vitamins A and C, as well as fiber, potassium, and iron. Additionally, passion fruit tea is said to help relieve stress and anxiety, and can also be used as a sleep aid; the chemical properties of the plant’s leaves are said to offer mild sedative properties. There are a number of reasons why passion fruit flavoring is on the rise, as it both tastes great and offers a fairly unique array of health benefits.
Natural raspberry flavor
Another staple fruit tea flavoring, the tart taste of raspberry pairs very well with teas, and functions well on its own. Raspberry is a versatile flavor that can be enjoyed as it is, or sweetened to produce a more crisp and refreshing beverage.
Like most berries, raspberries are high in Vitamin C. Other nutrients found heavily in raspberries, like potassium, are known to help lower blood pressure, adding to the benefits of naturally raspberry flavored teas.
If you would like to learn more about fruit flavors and how they can be paired with your selection of teas, visit the sample page to request a fruit flavor sample today.