Of all the Tetley greens this is the one where the fruit, not the leaf, is in charge: ripe mango and tangy passion fruit dominate so completely that the green tea reads as background. That makes it the gateway cup for anyone who genuinely will not drink anything that tastes of tea, and chilled it is closer to a tropical juice than a brew, just without the sugar load. If you want green tea to actually taste green, look elsewhere; if you want it to taste like holiday, this is it.
Lee Samuel Tucker · Curator · teas.co.uk
The full picture of Tetley Green Tea with Mango and Passion Fruit, 50 Tea Bags 100g in one page. Who makes it, how it is brewed, what your £4.00 actually buys, and why this tea earned a spot on the curator shelf.
TetleyGreen Tea with Mango and Passion Fruit is the tropical one in the brand's everyday green range, alongside the plain Pure Green and the Lemon, an exotic scented cup that stays surprisingly smooth and mellow rather than sharp. It comes as fifty plant based, biodegradable bags, and it is the green to reach for when you want fruit and sweetness without sugar, the easy crowd pleaser for anyone who finds straight green tea too grassy.
The base is ninety three percent Rainforest Alliance Certified green tea, blended with natural mango and passion fruit granules rather than synthetic flavouring. The leaves are steamed rather than fermented, which keeps the cup clean and non bitter so the fruit can sit on top without fighting an astringent base. It is the dependable, well sourced choice for a tropical everyday green rather than a delicate single origin one, and it is far more forgiving than most bagged greens.
Caffeine status: a gentle level, roughly thirty to forty milligrams a cup, so it is an easy daytime tea for steady afternoon focus rather than a strong morning hit. Taste profile: a sweet mango leads, then a tangy passion fruit zest, all carried on a clean, non bitter green tea foundation. What it is: a popular UK supermarket staple using natural fruit granules to deliver a juicy phantom sweetness with no actual sugar at all.
Texture: a clear, pale golden liquor with a light, clean, silky body that stays genuinely refreshing rather than thin or watery. Pairing: the tropical notes go nicely with a buttery shortbread finger or a coconut macaroon, both of which lift the exotic fruit aromatics. Lifestyle: vegan, vegetarian, naturally gluten free and sugar free at roughly one to two calories a plain cup. Planet: plastic free round bags made from natural plant fibres, produced at zero waste to landfill sites. It is best brewed off the boil, and good iced.
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Four dimension profile
Sweet Juicy Mango5/5
A dominant refreshing top note providing immediate palate comfort and a sun drenched tropical scent.
Tangy Passion Fruit5/5
High quality aromatic profile providing a zesty citrus like kick that keeps the drink lively rather than cloying.
Smooth Green Tea5/5
Expertly processed leaves that provide a rounded vegetal base without the harsh "furry" mouthfeel of lower grade greens.
Clean Tropical Finish4/5
Perfectly balanced to ensure a refreshing tingle that hydrates the body while masking grassy earthiness.
Tetley provides a punchier more upfront fruit flavour whereas Twinings offers a more subtle floral profile.
vs.Clipper Organic Mango
Tetley offers a more affordable everyday price point while maintaining high Rainforest Alliance standards.
vs.Plain Green Tea
Tetley masks the naturally bitter catechins and "hay like" notes with vibrant aromatics for a more accessible drink.
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About TetleyEST. 1837
Tetley is the tea most British kitchens have actually run on. The brothers Joseph and Edward Tetley began selling tea in Yorkshire in 1837, and in 1953 the firm introduced the tea bag to Britain, the single change that reshaped how the country makes tea more than any blend ever has. It followed up with the round bag in 1989 and the drawstring bag in 1997, small pieces of practical engineering aimed squarely at the everyday mug. Tetley is now part of Tata Consumer Products, the group behind Teapigs and Good Earth, which gives a humble Yorkshire blend the sourcing scale of one of the largest tea businesses in the world.
The range is breadth at a sensible price: the famous Original, decaf, Extra Strong, a well regarded redbush, green and a wide herbal and fruit line. Sourcing sits inside the Tata programme with Rainforest Alliance certified black tea and a move to recyclable cartons and lower plastic bags. For our shelf Tetley is the honest benchmark for value black tea. It will not out texture a pyramid or out muscle a Yorkshire strength blend and does not pretend to, but it lands the same consistent, milk friendly cup hundreds of times in a row, which is harder than the premium houses admit. The redbush punches well above its price and the Original is one of the most reliable everyday brews in British retail. It is the tea you buy when you want the cup uncomplicated, dependable and genuinely cheap without being nasty.
What the brand is actually doing
Tetley is a pioneer in sustainable tea production, with Rainforest Alliance certification across the entire range, plastic free plant based PLA pyramid bags since 2018, FSC certified recyclable cardboard cartons, and carbon balanced shipping logistics. The brand also runs the Tetley Tea Folk Charitable Trust, channelling profits back into tea grower communities across India and East Africa.
Curator says, Lee on Tetley
"Of all the Tetley greens this is the one where the fruit, not the leaf, is in charge: ripe mango and tangy passion fruit dominate so completely that the green tea reads as background. That makes it the gateway cup for anyone who genuinely will not drink anything that tastes of tea, and chilled it is closer to a tropical juice than a brew, just without the sugar load. If you want green tea to actually taste green, look elsewhere; if you want it to taste like holiday, this is it."
Founded Yorkshire 1837Tea brothers Joseph and Edward Tetley start tea trading in Yorkshire, eventually building the family business into a national tea brand.
Invented UK Tea BagTetley introduced the drawstring tea bag to UK retail, transforming British home brewing from loose leaf and strainer to bag in mug convenience.
Tata Consumer ProductsTetley is now the flagship pure tea brand of Tata Consumer Products, the world's second largest tea company by volume.
Rainforest Alliance CertifiedEvery Tetley box across the catalogue is Rainforest Alliance certified, sourced from estates committed to forest preservation and fair labour.
Timeline
1837Brand foundedTetley begins. England
TodayRainforest AllianceSourcing from certified estates.
2026Stocked at Teas.co.ukHand picked into the curator selection.
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Recipes built around this tea
Seven curator tested ways to use Tetley Green Tea with Mango and Passion Fruit, 50 Tea Bags 100g. Tap any card to open the full recipe with timings, measures and method.
The outer layer is aromatic: a tetley with mango, passion fruit green tea. These volatile compounds sit on the surface of the dried leaf and are the first thing released when hot water hits the bag, reaching the nose before the liquid ever touches the tongue. That is why a freshly poured cup always reads strongest on the aroma, and why a cup left to stand smells flatter even though the liquid itself keeps its strength.
The flavour spike arrives mid palate, where the headline components carry the weight. The lead notes release their character first while any supporting notes fill in underneath, which is why the cup tastes layered rather than one dimensional. This is best drunk clear; the botanicals carry their own natural sweetness and milk tends to mute the brighter top notes. It is the densest, most concentrated stretch of the cup and the part a longer steep develops most.
The base structure is the lingering finish: a clean, gently grassy note that resets the palate and invites the next sip. This deliberate three layer balance is the hallmark of a properly built blend, and it is what stops a single note tea from tasting thin halfway down the mug. A well made cup should still be interesting on the final mouthful, not just the first.
Getting it right in the cup. Use one bag per 200 to 250ml and steep for 2 to 3 minutes at around 80°C; under steeping is the most common reason this blend tastes weaker than it should, because the heavier aromatic compounds are the slowest to leave the leaf. Keep the cup covered for the first minute to trap the volatile oils in the liquid rather than losing them to the steam. Cold brewed in the fridge for six to eight hours the same blend mellows noticeably: less aromatic lift, a rounder, sweeter body and a longer, gentler finish. Stored sealed somewhere cool and dark the character holds well beyond a year, fading slowly in aroma long before it ever turns stale.
How water and temperature change it. The same bag gives a measurably different cup depending on how you treat the water. Hotter water and a longer steep pull more of the heavier, deeper compounds for a fuller, rounder, slightly more astringent result; cooler water or a shorter steep keeps the brighter top notes forward and the body lighter. Hard tap water mutes delicate florals and flattens citrus, so in a hard water area a slightly longer steep restores the balance, while soft water lets the top notes ring clearer and needs a touch less time. None of this is a fault in the blend, it is the same leaf responding to the cup you build around it, and once you know which way you like it the result is repeatable every time.
Ingredients & pack
Ingredient
Proportion
What it brings
Tetley with Mango
lead
Tetley with Mango carries the headline note of the blend.
Passion Fruit
support
Passion Fruit balances and rounds the cup.
Infusion base
balance
Neutral base carrying the characterising flavours without competing.
Pack: Tetley Green Tea with Mango and Passion Fruit, 50 Tea Bags 100g; contains tea (caffeinated). Best within 18 months of the pack date.
Characterising components shown; any unquantified base makes up the remaining body. Globally sourced, blended and packed to brand specification.
Sourcing & blend. Tetley Green Tea with Mango and Passion Fruit, 50 Tea Bags 100g is put together by Tetley, one of the UK's largest tea blenders and a founding member of the Ethical Tea Partnership. Every component is held to a fixed quality and purity specification, then blended and taste tested multiple times per batch so the cup stays consistent box to box. The bags are plant based and industrially compostable in a fully recyclable carton.
What's in Tetley Green Tea with Mango and Passion Fruit, 50 Tea Bags 100g, and what isn't:
In: a tetley with mango, passion fruit green tea, with nothing in the bag but the listed components and any infusion base.
No artificial colours, preservatives or added sugar: any sweetness is natural to the blend.
Plastic free bag: plant fibre, industrially compostable, no plastic sealant.
Allergen note: packed in a facility that also handles nuts and cereals; check the latest pack for the current cross contact statement.
Nutrition per cup
Nutrient
% RI
Energy
4 kJ / 1 kcal
<1%
Fat
0g
0%
Carbohydrate
0.2g
<1%
of which sugars
0g
0%
Protein
0.2g
<1%
Salt
0g
0%
Caffeine
20-35 mg
n/a
L theanine
~5-10mg
n/a
Tea polyphenols
Present
n/a
Caffeine vs other drinks
Decaf coffee
4mg
Green tea
30mg
Tetley Green Tea with Mango
35mg
Instant coffee
80mg
Brewed filter coffee
95mg
Energy drink (250ml)
80mg
This tea: 20-35 mg per 200ml cup, plus naturally occurring L theanine for calmer alertness than coffee.
Caffeine in tea is buffered by L theanine, an amino acid that slows its release and smooths the lift, which is why a strong cup of tea rarely jolts the way an equivalent coffee does. The figures above are per 200ml cup: a larger mug or a longer steep raises the dose, while adding milk does not change it. Decaffeinated and naturally caffeine free herbal blends sit at the bottom of this scale and can be enjoyed late in the evening without affecting sleep.
Allergens, dietary & safety
🌱VeganNo animal derived ingredients.🌾Gluten freeNaturally gluten free.⚡Caffeine20-35 mg per 200ml cup.🍃0 kcalNo sugar, no fat in plain cup.🤰PregnancyUK guide: 200mg caffeine/day max.👶ChildrenCaffeinated, served with care.
Manufactured in a facility that handles multiple tea types. Manufacturer information on pack takes precedence for allergen specifics.
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the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent.
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Questions about Tetley Green Tea with Mango and Passion Fruit, 50 Tea Bags 100g
The questions buyers ask most. If yours isn't here, ask us directly. We reply within 4 hours, Monday to Friday.
Curated from real customer messages
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What makes Tetley Mango and Passion Fruit Green Tea special? Most asked+
This tropical infusion combines the traditional uses of premium green tea with the exotic, sweet notes of sun ripened mango and zesty passion fruit. Our leaves are gently steamed to lock in their smooth, refreshing taste, ensuring there is none of the bitterness often associated with standard green teas.
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Does this fruit green tea contain caffeine?📎 +
Yes, this botanical brew naturally contains caffeine from the green tea leaves. It provides a gentle energy boost and mental clarity, making it an ideal morning ritual or a perfect invigorating lift for a mid afternoon slump.
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What are the traditional uses of drinking tropical green tea? +
Green tea is a powerhouse of natural antioxidants, specifically catechins, which support metabolic health and general everyday. The addition of fruit flavours makes it a delicious, sugar free way to stay hydrated while enjoying a flavour adventure.
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Is this tea sugar free and keto friendly? +
Absolutely. Tetley Mango and Passion Fruit Green Tea is naturally sugar free and virtually calorie free (less than 1 calorie per cup). It contains no artificial sweeteners, making it perfectly suited for a keto diet or any healthy lifestyle focusing on clean hydration.
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How do I brew the perfect cup of fruit green tea?📎 +
To enjoy the smooth and mellow profile, use water that has cooled slightly after boiling (around 80 degrees). Steep one tea bag for 1 to 2 minutes. Avoid over brewing to prevent bitterness and to allow the aromatic brew of tropical fruits to shine through.
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Are Tetley tea bags sustainable and plastic free? +
Tetley is committed to sustainable living. Our tea bags are plant based and biodegradable. This product is also Rainforest Alliance Certified, ensuring your purchase supports sustainable farming and ethical tea growing communities.
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What does this tropical blend actually taste like? +
Expect a vibrant and fruity profile. You will experience the initial sweetness of mango followed by the tangy, zesty lift of passion fruit, all balanced by a light, earthy green tea base. It is a full bodied fruit tea that feels incredibly refreshing.
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Can I drink this tea cold or as an iced tea? +
Definitely. This blend makes an exceptional iced green tea. Brew it hot, allow it to cool, and serve over ice with fresh mint and mango chunks for a tropical cooler that is naturally sweet and hydrating.
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Which snacks pair best with tropical green tea? +
The exotic notes pair beautifully with fresh fruit, light sponge cakes, or a Rich Teabiscuit. It also complements spicy Asian cuisine, as the cooling mango notes provide a lovely contrast to heat.
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the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent.
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