In a nutshell: our organic Morning Wake-Up Tea brings together South African Rooibos, Honeybush, green Sencha, Yerba Mate and mint. Brew at 100°C for 7 to 10 minutes, using 12 to 15 g/L. A morning blend that is both gentle and invigorating.
Crafted for the first hours of the day, this organic blend is all about balance. The honeyed roundness of Rooibos and Honeybush wraps around the brightness of Sencha and Yerba Mate, while mint, lemongrass and cinnamon add freshness and a gentle spiced warmth.
A true morning tea that never jolts the palate, equally suited to herbal infusion lovers and green tea drinkers alike. Browse our other herbal infusions to extend your morning ritual.
The aromatic profile of our invigorating morning blend
This blend is built like a multi-part composition, where each organic ingredient plays a precise role in the final balance of the cup.
- Organic Rooibos (South Africa): a naturally caffeine-free base with honeyed, lightly woody notes that soften the brightness of the Sencha and Yerba Mate.
- Organic Honeybush: the South African cousin of Rooibos, it brings a floral roundness and a wild honey fragrance that extends the cup's gentle signature.
- Organic China Sencha: this green tea adds fresh vegetal character and a light caffeine lift, without the bitterness of over-steeped Sencha. A welcome tonic note from the very first sip.
- Organic green Yerba Mate: a staple of South American energy infusions, it complements the Sencha's caffeine with a slower, steadier stimulation.
- Organic mint and organic lemongrass: a freshness duo that awakens the senses, perfect for opening the morning.
- Organic cinnamon and organic liquorice root: the spiced warmth of cinnamon plays against the natural sweetness of liquorice, with no added sugar.
- Organic marigold flowers: a sunny touch that gives the infusion a warm golden colour, the visual signature of this blend.
On the palate, the opening is fresh and minty, the heart honeyed and woody, and the finish spiced and lingering. You might also enjoy our peach mojito herbal infusion for a fresh change of pace.
How to brew this morning tea
Preparation shapes the entire character of the blend. Here are the parameters our house recommends to bring out its full balance.
- Water: 100°C, filtered or low in minerals to preserve the aromas.
- Quantity: 12 to 15 g per litre, roughly one heaped tablespoon for a large cup.
- Steeping time: 7 to 10 minutes depending on the strength you prefer. Beyond that, the liquorice tends to take over.
- Accessories: a teapot with a wide filter, a roomy tea infuser or a paper filter. The pieces of cinnamon and liquorice root need space to release their aromas.
For a bolder morning cup, increase the quantity to 15 g/L without extending the steeping time. For a gentler second cup, reuse the leaves with a shorter steep. You can also alternate with our Alpine herbal infusion to vary your mornings.
Storage
Keep the blend in its original tin or in an airtight container, away from light, heat and strong odours. Blended in our workshop, it retains its optimal aromatic profile for 18 to 24 months, provided the tin is kept well sealed.
Frequently asked questions
Which energising tea should I choose for the morning?
A blend combining green tea or Yerba Mate with gentle botanicals like Rooibos provides a balanced lift. Our Morning Wake-Up Tea pairs Sencha and Yerba Mate for energy, Rooibos and Honeybush for smoothness, and mint for freshness. For something more intense, take a look at our organic energising green tea.
How do I brew an energising infusion?
Use water at 100°C for blends based on Rooibos, Yerba Mate and spices, at 12 to 15 g/L. Steep for 7 to 10 minutes. For a pure green tea, drop to 75-80°C and 3 minutes to avoid bitterness.
What are the benefits of green tea?
Green tea is rich in polyphenols and catechins, studied in particular by the EFSA. Its caffeine contributes to alertness and concentration. For a deeper dive, read our complete guide to green tea.
Teas for combating occasional tiredness?
Blends combining Yerba Mate, green tea and warming spices like cinnamon are traditionally appreciated when energy dips in the morning. The caffeine in Yerba Mate is recognised by the ANSES for its stimulating effect. Not sure whether to go for a herbal infusion or a pure tea? Choosing an herbal blend is a good place to start.
What is the difference between black tea and green tea?
Green tea is made from unoxidised leaves, black tea from fully oxidised leaves. Green tea offers fresh, vegetal notes, while black tea brings malty, woody character. This blend relies on green Sencha for its lightness.
Sources and commitment
Julien Huot, founder of Thés & Traditions, personally selects every organic lot used in our blends. Our information draws on research by the EFSA and ANSES on caffeine and polyphenols, as well as literature available on PubMed.
