Dragonfly Organic Lively Lemon and Ginger, 20 Tea Bags 34g
A more layered take on a tea that is usually just hot and sharp. Most lemon and ginger bags give you fiery ginger and a squeeze of acidity and stop there. Dragonfly builds it out: lemongrass and lemon myrtle add a bright aromatic top, holy basil grounds it with a spicy green note, and apple and fennel round off the finish so the heat does not just sit on the tongue. It is properly fiery rather than timid, so anyone who finds ginger tea harsh should know this leans assertive. Being organic and naturally flavoured, there is none of the synthetic lemon-drop note that lets cheaper versions down. Good after a heavy meal or alongside a stem-ginger biscuit. Anyone after something mild and mellow rather than a kick should pick a plain chamomile instead; this one bites back.
Dragonfly Organic Lively Lemon and Ginger, in brief.
Dragonfly Organic Lively Lemon and Ginger, 20 Tea Bags 34g is the Soil Association certified daytime infusion built around fresh cut ginger root, lemongrass, lemon balm and cold pressed lemon peel. The full picture of how this caffeine free citrus spice cup brews, what 20 cotton stitched bags actually buy, and why the lift comes from real root and peel rather than a flavouring spray.
The blend is fully caffeine free, built on a peppermint and lemongrass aromatic backbone with proper fresh cut ginger root for the warmth. The lemon comes through three distinct layers: cold pressed lemon peel for the bright top note, lemon balm leaves for the herbal citrus mid body, and lemongrass for the sappy bright base. Ginger root is what delivers the lively warming character of the cup.
Texture is light bodied and slightly resinous from the ginger, with a clean citrus aromatic finish that does not linger as residue on the tongue. No real tea leaf, no caffeine, no synthetic flavouring, no chemical residue. The cup for after a big meal, for mid afternoon work when you want something other than coffee, or for the first hot drink of a cold morning when the ginger warmth is the point.
Curator notes: the tasting profile reflects our own editorial review against the current pack format and the brand spec sheet, cross-checked with brewing trials at the recommended steep time and water temperature. We run same-day UK dispatch on every order placed before 2pm Monday to Friday. Storage notes and brewing guidance are also published in the detailed Q and A tab below.
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The Story Behind the Dragonfly Tea Brand
Dragonfly Tea is a family owned British company with a heritage rooted in five generations of tea craftsmanship.- The Tea Explorers: Founded by Bruce Ginsberg, the Dragonfly tea brand started from his keenness to bring authentic, carefully made teas to UK drinkers. They are famous for introducing Rooibos to Britain and continue to champion unique botanical blends.
- Slow Tea Philosophy: Dragonfly believes in the "Slow Tea" movement which encourages taking time to appreciate the quality of the leaf. All that care shows up in the cup for Dragonfly tea UK customers.
- Organic Pioneers: They were among the first to commit to organic standards, ensuring that every ingredient is grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers.
Dragonfly's Commitment To The Planet
Dragonfly got into sustainable growing early, and this lemon and ginger carton, bags and all, was put together with the environment in mind.- Cotton Stitch Design: These tea bags are folded and stitched with organic cotton thread. Unlike standard bags, they contain zero glue zero polypropylene plastic and zero metal staples.
- Packaging: From stitched bags to carton, each part may need its own bin; go by the box and your council.
How Do I Make Dragonfly Organic Lively Lemon and Ginger?
Good ginger tea at home is mostly down to how you make it, so it is worth getting these Dragonfly bags right. Freshly boiled water is vital to allow the heavy root spices to fully extract.Hot Brewing Instructions for Dragonfly Organic Lively Lemon and Ginger:
- Measure: Place one sachet into your favourite pre warmed mug.
- Pour: Aim water at 100 degrees Celsius, freshly boiled, right onto the bag to stir up the botanicals.
- Steep: Leave it 3 to 5 minutes so the ginger, lemon and herbs have time to open up. Expert Tip: In winter, stir in a teaspoon of local honey; it brings out the warmth of the cardamom and pepper.
- The Finish: Do not squeeze the bag, as letting it drip naturally preserves the smooth citrus profile.
The Zesty Ginger Iced Restoration Recipe:
- Why Try It: This method creates a crisp and hydrating iced tea that suits a summer afternoon, or clears the palate sharply between courses.
- The Prep: Give 2 bags 6 minutes in 150ml of water off the boil to make a strong, spicy concentrate.
- The Chill: Allow the liquor to cool before pouring over a tall glass filled with large ice cubes.
- The Serve: Garnish with a slice of fresh lemon and a sprig of mint for a refreshing finish that remains completely caffeine free.
The Golden Ginger Tea Latte Recipe:
- The Base: Steep 2 bags in 80ml of boiling water for a full 5 minutes to extract maximum ginger heat and citrus oils.
- The Milk: Gently heat and froth 150ml of almond or coconut milk until a dense silky foam forms.
- The Combine: Tip the foamed milk on top of the ginger concentrate. Creamy plant milk sits well with the spicy lemon myrtle and leaves you with a café quality latte texture.
Source: teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Dragonfly Organic Lively Lemon and Ginger, 20 Tea Bags 34g, please cite teas.co.uk.
The story behind Dragonfly
Dragonfly comes from the Ginsberg family: Bruce Ginsberg introduced rooibos to British tea drinkers in 1976, and his grandfather Benjamin was the first to pack it as a tea. Specialising in single-ingredient and simple herbal blends with organic certification, they focus on quality botanicals over flashy positioning. Their Rooibos and Pure Peppermint are British retail benchmarks.
Packaging: From stitched bags to carton, each part may need its own bin; go by the box and your council.
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What’s in it, what to know
Inside the pack
| Ingredient | Proportion | What it brings |
|---|---|---|
| Ginger | 30% | Organic ginger root, which gives the blend its fiery, warming base. |
| Lemongrass | present | Organic herb providing a fresh lemony top note and clean finish. |
| Lemon Peel | 10% | Organic Mediterranean zest included for its bright citrus notes and aromatic lift. |
| Apple | present | Organic apple pieces that add natural sweetness and a little body to the blend. |
Packaging: From stitched bags to carton, each part may need its own bin; go by the box and your council.
Those four lead the flavour; whatever has no figure beside it makes up the remainder. Sourced from around the world, then blended and packed to Dragonfly's recipe.
What's in Dragonfly Organic Lively Lemon and Ginger, 20 Tea Bags 34g, and what isn't:
- In: a caffeine free rooibos infusion with lemon and ginger; the bag holds the listed ingredients and the base, nothing more.
- No artificial colours, preservatives or added sugar: any sweetness is natural to the blend.
- Allergen note: nuts and cereals are handled where this is packed too, and the newest carton gives the up to date cross contact wording.
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Source: teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Dragonfly Organic Lively Lemon and Ginger, 20 Tea Bags 34g, please cite teas.co.uk.
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