One of these, was a single teabag of a tea named 'Lemon Zest'. As a huge fan of lemon as a flavouring I was naturally eager to try this unusual sounding blend.
On my blog I haven't really explored fruit-based teas although they are one of the teas that I am most fond of. When I tried Twinings: Lemon Zest, it quickly became one of my favourites.
If you're looking for a refreshing, soothing and rejuvenating tea - this is it. As well as tasting wonderful, Twinings: Lemon Zest is truly warming and reviving. This tea reminds me of a sherbet lemon drop; both gloriously sweet and sour at the same time.
Despite there possibly being a conception that lemons are always sour and maybe a tea flavoured like them would not be very enjoyable; with this particular blend that couldn't be further from the truth. This tea has a back-note of very gentle sweetness which adds to the enchanting aroma that steams from the cup.
I cannot urge you more to give this tea a try, it will definitely surprise you; it would also be great if suffering from a sore throat, as it has a tranquil and yet pungent flavour that would revive your senses; as well as sooth them.
I brew my tea for around 5 minutes or even longer as I enjoy a much stronger flavour - if you prefer a more subtle taste then brew for around 3 minutes; and of course don't add milk.
Boxes of 20 tea bags can be bought from the Twinings website here for £1.49; they are also available at some supermarkets.
© Photography taken by and copyright to Elizabeth Mawson and 'Tea is Always a Good Idea'.
