The middle ground lemon ginger: 37 percent ginger gives real warmth without the ferocity of the Teapigs version, and lemongrass plus lemon keep it bright, while fennel and blackberry leaf are deliberately there to sand off the harsh acidic edge cheaper blends have. That smoothness is its genuine selling point, it is the easy, balanced everyday one rather than the fieriest or the sharpest. The fennel adds a faint aniseed note, worth knowing. Caffeine free; ignore the metabolism and reset button talk and drink it as a reliable, well rounded daily warmer.
Lee Samuel Tucker · Curator · teas.co.uk
The full picture of Twinings Lemon and Ginger, 20 Tea Bags 30g in one page. Who makes it, how it is brewed, what your £4.50 actually buys, and why this tea earned a spot on the curator shelf.
Twinings Lemon and Ginger is a caffeine free herbal infusion built on ginger root and lemongrass with lemon peel and natural lemon flavouring, picked into the Teas.co.uk curator selection as the classic warming citrus alternative to a plain peppermint or a plain camomile cup.
The ginger does the heat lifting work, giving the cup its familiar warming bite that distinguishes a lemon and ginger from a plain lemon herbal, while the lemongrass and lemon peel sit on top as the citrus pair, the lemongrass providing the grassy citrus underpinning and the peel adding the brighter sharper top note. Twinings have kept the ginger strong enough to feel in the throat without tipping medicinal, and the pyramid format gives the roots and peel room to open during the brew.
Caffeine status: naturally zero caffeine, suits any time including late evening. Taste profile: warming ginger up front balanced by a bright lemon middle and a clean citrus finish. Lifestyle: vegan, vegetarian, naturally gluten free and sugar free. Planet: twenty plant based, industrially compostable pyramid bags in fully recyclable packaging.
A high street lemon and ginger at an accessible price compared to specialist ginger root infusions, the recipe a sensible winter warmer that takes a slice of fresh lemon and a teaspoon of honey beautifully if you want to stretch a cup into a proper hot toddy of a herbal.
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the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent.
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Texture & appearance
Appearance and Body
The cup pours a clear pale gold, sometimes with a slight pinkish tint if hibiscus or lemon are part of the blend. Body is light and slightly warming in the mouth, the ginger compounds (gingerols and shogaols) activate heat sensitive receptors on the tongue before the temperature drops. Aroma is unmistakable: fresh ginger root carries an immediately recognisable warm spicy note from the steam.
Flavour Progression on the Palate
The ginger heat arrives first, a warming punch at the back of the tongue. The mid palate develops the supporting botanical character, lemon brightness, honey sweetness, or cinnamon warmth depending on the specific blend. The finish carries the ginger heat further down the throat, leaving a warming sensation in the chest that is unique to ginger based infusions.
Aftertaste and Finish
lemon and ginger infusion holds its warming character for 2-3 minutes on the breath and in the throat, the longest lasting finish of any herbal infusion. This is the classic morning cup, post meal digestif, or cold weather restorative. Pair with rich foods where the digestive function comes into play.
Storage and Brewing Tip
Ginger compounds are relatively stable in storage. Store sealed and use within 12 months for peak punch. Brew at 95-100°C for 5 minutes; ginger needs the full steep and full boiling water to release the gingerols. Take with honey if you want to soften the heat, or with lemon to brighten the cup. Milk works with the warming variants but can curdle if the lemon is too sharp.
Four dimension profile
Citrus Zest5/5
A bright, aromatic explosion of lemon tea flavour derived from real lemon peel and lemongrass. It provides an immediate cleansing sensation on the palate.
Ginger Warmth3/5
A gentle, consistent hum of heat rather than a fiery kick. The 37% ginger content warms the throat soothingly, making it ideal for sipping throughout the day.
Herbal Sweetness3/5
A subtle background sweetness comes from the blackberry leaves and fennel, balancing the tartness of the lemon without the need for honey.
Refreshing Finish5/5
Leaves the mouth feeling clean and hydrated, often used as a digestive tea after lunch to cleanse the palate.
Source:Teas.co.uk,
the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent.
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About TwiningsEST. 1706
Twinings is the oldest continuously trading tea brand in the world. Thomas Twining opened his tea shop at 216 Strand in London in 1706, and that same shop still trades there today. The name has been on the door since 1787, one of the oldest unchanged logos anywhere, and Twinings has held a royal warrant for tea without a break since 1837. It did more than any house to define what the world thinks of as English tea, and it remains the brand most tied to Earl Grey. The family ran it for ten generations before it became part of Associated British Foods, where it still trades under its own name.
The range is huge: breakfast and Earl Grey classics, a deep flavoured black line, green and white teas, cold infuse, and the Superblends wellbeing range. Sourcing runs through the Sourced with Care programme funding healthcare, water and schooling on the estates that supply it, with Rainforest Alliance certification across the core range and recyclable, lower plastic packaging. For our shelf Twinings is the benchmark every other tea is quietly measured against. It is rarely the single best cup in a category, but the quality floor is high and the choice is enormous, and a handful of blends, the Dark Chai and the Salted Caramel Green especially, are among the best teas we sell at any price. If a customer wants one trustworthy name to start from, this is the one we point at first.
What the brand is actually doing
Twinings sustainability commitments include Rainforest Alliance certification across the entire range, plant based PLA biodegradable pyramid bag mesh, FSC certified recyclable cardboard cartons, and the Twinings Community Needs Assessment programme supporting tea grower estates in Kenya, India, Sri Lanka and Argentina with health, education and infrastructure investment.
Curator says, Lee on Twinings
"The middle ground lemon ginger: 37 percent ginger gives real warmth without the ferocity of the Teapigs version, and lemongrass plus lemon keep it bright, while fennel and blackberry leaf are deliberately there to sand off the harsh acidic edge cheaper blends have. That smoothness is its genuine selling point, it is the easy, balanced everyday one rather than the fieriest or the sharpest. The fennel adds a faint aniseed note, worth knowing. Caffeine free; ignore the metabolism and reset button talk and drink it as a reliable, well rounded daily warmer."
Founded London 1706Thomas Twining opens the original tea room at 216 Strand London, the world's first dedicated tea shop and the longest continuously operating tea brand globally.
Royal Warrant HeritageTwinings holds Royal Warrants from the British Royal Family and has supplied the royal household with tea for over 175 years.
Rainforest Alliance CertifiedEvery Twinings tea box across the catalogue is Rainforest Alliance certified, sourced from estates committed to forest preservation and fair labour.
To unlock the full potential of your twinings lemon and ginger, specific hydration techniques are recommended. The dried citrus peel needs hot water to rehydrate and release its zest, while the ginger root needs time to impart its warmth. Please find our expert instructions below for a revitalising hot serve, a thirst quenching iced tea, or our famous "Cold Buster" tonic.
Ingredients & pack
See the pack for the full ingredient list and allergen statement.
Nutrition per cup
Nutrient
Per cup
% 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
Caffeine free
n/a
Per 200ml cup, no milk, no sugar.
Caffeine vs other drinks
Decaf coffee
4mg
Green tea
30mg
Twinings Lemon and Ginger, 20
0mg
Instant coffee
80mg
Brewed filter coffee
95mg
Energy drink (250ml)
80mg
This tea: Caffeine free per 200ml cup.
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.😴Caffeine freeSafe at any hour.🍃0 kcalNo sugar, no fat in plain cup.🤰PregnancyUK guide: 200mg caffeine/day max.👶ChildrenServe cooled; caregiver judgement applies.
Manufactured in a facility that handles multiple tea types. Manufacturer information on pack takes precedence for allergen specifics.
Source:Teas.co.uk,
the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent.
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