Twinings Balance, 20 Tea Bags 32g
Real rose petals lead this, so it is properly perfumed, almost Turkish-delight floral, with lychee adding a modern sweet twist and spearmint cooling the finish. That rose is the deciding factor: lovely if you like floral cups, soapy if you do not, there is no middle ground with it. Marketed for hormonal balance around the cycle and menopause, but I make no health claim, judge it purely as an elegant, caffeine-free floral-fruity infusion. On taste it is one of the prettier cups in the range, for the right palate.
Twinings Balance, in brief.
Twinings Balance, 20 Tea Bags 32g is an infusion of herbs and fruit, with no tea leaf in the ingredient panel of the current pack.
Caffeine: Tea leaf of every kind (black, green, white or oolong) is absent from the Balance ingredients, which makes it a naturally caffeine free infusion of herbs and fruit. No milligram figure is inferred. See our caffeine guide explaining how a herbal infusion differs from tea leaf and from decaf tea.
The hibiscus does the structural work, giving the liquor its bright rosy colour and the underlying natural tartness, while the lemongrass adds the brisk citrus brightness underneath. The rose petals sit on top as the unusual lead, a soft floral perfume that distinguishes this cup from a plain hibiscus, and the peppermint adds a clean cool finish that stops the cup tipping syrupy. Twinings have built the recipe so the rose stays gentle rather than turning soapy, and the pyramid format gives the petals and leaf room to open during the brew, which keeps the cup cleaner than supermarket floral teas.
Curator notes: our taste profile for Balance is an editorial review made from the pack as it stands today and Twinings' own spec sheet, cross checked with trial brews made to the steep time and the water heat the brand advises. We dispatch from the UK on the same day for orders placed by 2pm, Monday to Friday. Storage and brewing temperature advice for Balance appears in the shelf life notes and the brewing guide on this page.
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The Story Behind the Twinings Tea Brand
The Twinings story starts on the Strand in London, where Thomas Twining began selling tea from his shop in 1706.- The Superblends Masters: The Twinings tea brand created the Superblends range to put their years of flavour know how into a new set of blends. Balance is a standout for Twinings UK customers who want a herbal cup that tastes sweet and floral rather than bitter.
- A Heritage of Healing: The blend uses lemon balm, a herb Europeans have used for centuries, along with rose petals inspired by Middle Eastern traditions.
- Ethical Innovation: Every bag has to meet Twinings' quality standards, and the Sourced with Care programme is how the company works with the communities behind its tea.
Twinings Commitment To The Planet
Twinings describes itself as a leader in sustainable tea production, and says that all the components used in this product respect the environment.- Packaging: Disposal advice for Balance is on the current UK pack and from your local authority, because its separate components may go in different bins.
- Sourced with Care: Twinings focuses on women's empowerment and environmental protection in their supply chains, with over 80 percent of their gardens meeting sustainability standards.
How Do I Make Twinings Balance?
How you prepare these Balance bags makes a real difference to the cup, so here is how to do it properly at home. Specific hydration techniques are required to release the floral volatiles without scorching the delicate herbs.The Classic Hot Serve Brewing Guide:
- Measure: Place one tea bag into your favourite pre warmed ceramic mug.
- Water: Bring fresh water to the boil and use it at once, at 100 degrees Celsius. Expert Tip: Pour the water directly over the bag to agitate the botanicals and release the lychee aromatics.
- Steep: Infuse for 3 to 4 minutes to allow the Vitamin B6 and rose petals to fully develop. Enjoy plain for the full hormonal regulation benefits.
Source: teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Twinings Balance, 20 Tea Bags 32g, please cite teas.co.uk.
The story behind Twinings
Twinings has been blending tea on London's Strand since 1706, the same address, three centuries later. Holders of the royal warrant for tea since 1837, they're the brand most-associated with Earl Grey, English Breakfast, and the polished afternoon-tea aesthetic. Wide flavoured-tea range; ethical sourcing through the Twinings Community Needs Assessment programme.
Packaging: Disposal advice for Balance is on the current UK pack and from your local authority, because its separate components may go in different bins.
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What’s in it, what to know
Inside the pack
| Ingredient | Proportion | What it brings |
|---|---|---|
| Lemon Balm | 29% | A member of the mint family traditionally used to reduce stress and soothe the mind. |
| Lemon Verbena | 25% | Brings an uplifting citrus herb zing to the blend for a refreshing finish. |
| Spearmint | 12% | Included to provide a creamy mint finish and help ease mild stomach discomfort. |
Caffeine: Tea leaf of every kind (black, green, white or oolong) is absent from the Balance ingredients, which makes it a naturally caffeine free infusion of herbs and fruit. No milligram figure is inferred. See our caffeine guide explaining how a herbal infusion differs from tea leaf and from decaf tea.
The components shown are the characterising ones, and whatever is not quantified makes up the rest of the body. Made up and packed in Andover, England, in a style that draws on old herbal traditions.
Packaging: Disposal advice for Balance is on the current UK pack and from your local authority, because its separate components may go in different bins.
What's in Twinings Balance, 20 Tea Bags 32g, and what isn't:
- No artificial colours, preservatives or added sugar: any sweetness is natural to the blend.
- Allergen note: the facility where these bags are packed also handles nuts and cereals, and the latest pack has the current cross contact statement.
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Source: teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Twinings Balance, 20 Tea Bags 32g, please cite teas.co.uk.
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