Twinings Sleep Passionflower is a refined essential for the modern consumer seeking a natural way to unwind after a demanding day. Unlike standard camomile teas which can be mild, this infusion is structured to address the requirement for deep relaxation through a complex botanical matrix of passionflower (35 percent) and aromatic spices. These Twinings herbal tea bags take that same approachable quality and put it into a simple format you can enjoy at home.
To experience the full British lifestyle feel, this indulgent spiced apple tea pairs nicely with a warm bath or a quiet reading hour before sleep. Whether you are relaxing at home or need a consistent wind down ritual during a busy week, this blend gives you a cozy and aromatic experience that continues the Twinings tradition of quality into 2026.
☕ How Does Twinings Sleep Passionflower Taste?
- Spiced Apple: ●●●●● (5/5) Warm and fruity apple notes (15 percent) that evoke the comfort of a baked dessert.
- Warming Spice: ●●●●○ (4/5) A comforting blend of cinnamon (10 percent), cloves, and cardamom for gentle heat.
- Herbal Calm: ●●●○○ (3/5) A grounding base of passionflower and camomile that soothes without bitterness.
- Vanilla Sweetness: ●●●●○ (4/5) Natural vanilla flavouring adds a creamy finish that rounds off the spices.
Teas.co.uk Curator Rating: 4.8/5 — Our expert verdict.
The Story Behind the Twinings Tea Brand
Twinings has been a global leader in tea culture since 1706, when Thomas Twining first began selling tea from his shop on the Strand in London.
- The Superblends Masters: The Twinings tea brand created the Superblends range to marry their historic expertise in flavour with modern botanical wisdom. Sleep Passionflower is a standout for Twinings UK customers seeking a delicious alternative to plain herbal teas.
- Passionflower Power: Traditionally used to support normal sleep, passionflower is the hero ingredient here, blended expertly to ensure it tastes indulgent rather than medicinal.
- Sourced With Care: Twinings operates a global programme that ensures the long term future of tea farming by protecting biodiversity and improving the lives of workers in their supply chain.
🌍 Twinings Commitment To The Planet
Twinings is a pioneer in sustainable tea production, ensuring that every component of this product respects the environment.
- Plant Based Bags: These tea bags are made from plant fibres and wood pulp. Unlike standard bags, they contain zero plastic sealants and are fully industrially compostable.
- Waste Reduction: The individually wrapped sachet format is designed to protect the delicate spice volatiles from oxidation while ensuring 100 percent recyclable architecture for the outer box.
- Sustainable Sourcing: The brand utilises responsibly sourced botanicals to ensure the biological integrity of every cup you brew.
🔍 How Does Twinings Sleep Passionflower Compare to:
- Twinings Pure Camomile: While pure camomile is simple and floral, Sleep Passionflower is a complex blend. The addition of apple, cinnamon, and vanilla makes it taste more like a dessert than a herbal remedy, perfect for those with a sweet tooth.
- Pukka Night Time: Pukka’s blend often relies on valerian and heavy oat flower notes. Twinings Sleep focuses on the warming comfort of spices and fruit, offering a lighter and more aromatic experience without the heavy earthy taste.
- Hot Chocolate: This tea offers the same comforting warmth and sweetness as a hot cocoa but with zero sugar and virtually zero calories. It is the smarter choice for a healthy evening routine that won’t spike your blood sugar before bed.
🫖 Brewing The Perfect Cup of Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g
- Water temperature: 100°C; fruit infusions need full heat to draw the colour and tartness from the hibiscus and rosehip base.
- Measure: One bag per 200ml of just-boiled water.
- Steep: 5 minutes covered (covering keeps the volatile fruit oils in the cup rather than letting them escape with the steam).
- Service: Drink unsweetened, or with a teaspoon of honey if you prefer it less tart. A slice of fresh fruit makes a good garnish.
- Iced version: Brew 2 bags double-strength in 200ml, cool completely, dilute with cold sparkling water over a tall glass of ice.
- Caffeine note: Naturally caffeine free.
- Best with: Victoria sponge, scones with jam, fresh berries, dark chocolate; or iced through a hot summer day.
⚠️ Safety & Dietary Notes
Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g is a caffeine-free hibiscus-based fruit infusion; safety points below cover the anthocyanin antioxidant profile and family-friendly caffeine status.
- ✅ Dietary Status: Suitable for vegans, vegetarians and gluten-free diets. Sugar free and calorie free.
- ✅ Caffeine: Naturally caffeine free; safe at any hour.
- ⚠️ Allergens: Naturally derived flavours from the named fruits. Anyone with a hibiscus allergy should note that hibiscus is the principal base ingredient.
- 🌱 Nutrient Note: Hibiscus-based brews are rich in anthocyanins (the antioxidants responsible for the deep red colour) and provide a clean vitamin-C-rich finish.
- 🌍 Sustainability: Fruit pieces sourced from named European, African and Asian growers depending on the blend; bags are plant-based and home compostable where labelled.
- ✅ Shelf Life: See best-before date printed on the pack; product remains safe past that date but loses aromatic strength. Store somewhere cool, dry and away from direct sunlight in an airtight container.
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Ingredients & Nutrition
Ingredients and Origin
The quality of this comforting bedtime infusion is defined by the geography and botanical standard of its raw ingredients.
| Component | Details |
| Passionflower (35%) | The primary active botanical, traditionally used to support normal sleep functions and relaxation. |
| Apple Pieces (15%) | Provides a natural, fruity sweetness and a comforting texture to the blend. |
| Camomile (14%) | Included for its renowned soothing properties and mellow floral notes. |
| Warming Spices | A blend of Cinnamon (10%), Cardamom (6%), and Cloves (6%) for a gentle, spiced warmth. |
| Flavour Profile | Enhanced with Natural Apple and Vanilla Flavourings for a “Spiced Apple Pie” finish. |
| Primary Role | A functional Superblend designed to help you wind down and drift off into a restful sleep. |
Sustainability and Diet
Twinings is a founding member of the Ethical Tea Partnership and operates the Sourced with Care program to improve livelihoods in tea growing communities.
- Lifestyle Naturally Caffeine Free, Gluten Free, and suitable for Vegans and Vegetarians.
- Dietary Status Sugar Free and contains zero added artificial colours or sweeteners.
- Eco Friendly Features plant based industrially compostable tea bags and a fully recyclable FSC certified cardboard carton.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Details |
| Product | Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g |
| Format | 20 Individually Enveloped Tea Bags. |
| Net Weight | 30g total pack weight. |
| Classification | Fortified Herbal Infusion. |
| Condition | New and Sealed retail box. |
Nutritional Analysis
*Typical Values Per 200ml brewed infusion (brewed for 3 minutes).
| Component | Value |
| Energy | 2 kcal (7 kJ). |
| Carbohydrates | less than 0.5g. |
| Sugar | less than 0.5g. |
| Fat | 0g. |
| Protein | 0g. |
| Salt | 0g. |
Safety Warning: Contains Passionflower. While generally safe, please consult a healthcare professional regarding herbal intake if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or giving to young children. Naturally caffeine free.
Care and Preservation
To maintain the sweet apple aroma and the potency of the spices, proper storage is essential.
- Environmental Care Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and strong kitchen odors.
- Quality Control Keep the envelopes sealed until use to protect the delicate vanilla and fruit oils.
- Brewing Freshness Use freshly boiled water and infuse for at least 3 minutes to allow the Passionflower and spices to fully release.
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Flavour Science
Twinings Sleep Passionflower herbal tea infusion uses a calculated blend of 35 per cent passionflower and spiced apple to provide a premium caffeine free alternative to standard tea bags. It delivers a warming dessert like flavour designed to settle the body and support wellbeing without the need for sugar or synthetic additives.
Passionflower Base: The primary botanical is passionflower which makes up 35 per cent of the blend. People frequently associate this vine with a high quality sleep tea because it interacts with receptors in the brain to is a traditional evening cup. Many users look for this in a night time routine because it provides a gentle sedation that helps the mind switch off after a busy day.
Spiced Apple Architecture: The formulation features 15 per cent apple pieces balanced with warming cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves. Customers often search for this specific combination when looking for a comfort tea because the spices provide a thermogenic warmth that mimics a hot dessert. This biological action triggers an immediate olfactory signal of safety and comfort similar to warm apple pie.
Vanilla Infusion: The blend integrates 4 per cent natural vanilla flavouring with the mellow floral notes of 14 per cent camomile. Health conscious consumers often choose this sugar free option because the vanilla provides a creamy mouthfeel that satisfies sweet cravings. In terms of metabolic balance this helps reduce late night snacking without the calorie load of sugary treats.
Versatile Hydration: While designed as a hot restorative mug the blend is technically crafted to maintain its aromatic profile when chilled. Many users look for this cold brew capability for a refreshing evening spritz or a hydrating summer cooler. This makes it a popular choice for those seeking a professional barista style finish that supports a healthy balance from within.
Recipe Ideas
Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g is naturally caffeine free and brews to a vivid colour, which makes it the most versatile category for frozen pops, mocktails and summer cocktails. Eight builds below show what’s possible.
Eight Ways To Enjoy Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g
The Hot Cup📎
Pour 200ml of just-boiled water over one bag of Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g and steep for 5 minutes. The red colour develops in the first 90 seconds; the body of the cup needs the full 5 minutes. Drink unsweetened or with a teaspoon of clear honey.
Frozen Tea Lolly (Summer Saviour for Kids)📎
Brew 2 bags of Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g in 200ml of just-boiled water for 5 minutes covered, then stir in 1 tablespoon of clear honey while still warm and add the juice of half a lemon. Cool to room temperature, then top up with 50ml of pressed fruit juice (apple or white grape work brilliantly). Pour into 6 ice-lolly moulds, drop one or two fresh berries into each mould, push in the wooden sticks and freeze for at least 6 hours. The frozen tea sets around the berries; kids get a properly fruit-flavoured lolly with no artificial colours and zero added sugar beyond a teaspoon of honey.
Sparkling Fruit Spritz Mocktail📎
Brew 2 bags of Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g double-strength in 200ml of just-boiled water for 6 minutes, cool completely. Pour over a tall glass of ice, top with 150ml of chilled sparkling water, the juice of half a lime and a generous wedge of fresh fruit. The fruit notes come through far more cleanly when chilled.
Fruit Tea Sangria (Adult Cocktail)📎
Brew 4 bags of Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g in 400ml of just-boiled water for 8 minutes, cool. Combine in a large jug with 500ml of cold rosé wine, 50ml of brandy, 2 tablespoons of caster sugar dissolved in the warm tea, and a generous chopped fruit mix (orange wedges, peach slices, strawberries, fresh mint). Chill for an hour before serving over ice. Best made an hour ahead so the fruit picks up the tea.
Fruit Tea Granita📎
Brew 6 bags of Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g strong in 500ml of just-boiled water for 8 minutes. Dissolve 100g of caster sugar in the warm tea, add the juice of 1 lemon, cool completely. Pour into a shallow tray and freeze for 4 hours, raking with a fork every 30 minutes until you have soft shaved ice. Serve in chilled glasses.
Fruit Tea Jelly (Dinner-Party Pudding)📎
Brew 5 bags of Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g in 500ml of just-boiled water for 8 minutes. Soak 5 sheets of gelatine in cold water for 5 minutes, then squeeze out and stir into the warm brew with 2 tablespoons of caster sugar until dissolved. Pour over 200g of fresh berries in a glass dish and chill for 4 hours. Serve with crème fraîche.
Breakfast Compote (Yoghurt Topper)📎
Brew 2 bags of Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g in 100ml of just-boiled water for 8 minutes. Pour over 300g of mixed frozen berries with 1 tablespoon of honey and a squeeze of lemon, simmer for 8 minutes until thick. Stir into porridge, spoon over Greek yoghurt or pancakes.
Hybrid Brew: Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g × Pukka Organic Night Time Berry, 20 Tea Bags 36g📎
Brew 1 bag of Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g alongside 1 bag of Pukka Organic Night Time Berry, 20 Tea Bags 36g → in a 300ml pour of just-boiled water (or 80°C if either is a green or white). Steep for 4 minutes, lift both bags out together, sweeten with a teaspoon of clear honey if you like. Pour over a tall glass of ice for a hybrid flavour you cannot buy off the shelf. The best paired flavours come from contrasting families: earthy with bright, floral with citrus, sweet with herbal. Tap the second tea badge to grab a pack if you do not already have one.
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Tropical Two-Bag Cooler (Mocktail)📎
Brew 1 bag of Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g and 1 bag of Lipton Berry Bliss, 20 Tea Bags 42g → strong in 200ml of hot water for 5 minutes, cool. Pour over a tall glass of ice with the juice of half a lime, top with 100ml of chilled coconut water. Garnish with a wedge of fresh mango and a sprig of mint. Driving-driver friendly; tastes more like a hotel pool drink than its non-alcoholic credentials suggest.
Three-Tea Summer Punch (Starter Pack Build)
Brew 1 bag each of Twinings Sleep Passionflower, 20 Tea Bags 30g, Pukka Organic Night Time Berry, 20 Tea Bags 36g → and Lipton Berry Bliss, 20 Tea Bags 42g → in 400ml of just-boiled water for 6 minutes covered. Cool completely. Combine in a large jug with 600ml of cold sparkling water, the juice of 1 lime, 2 tablespoons of clear honey dissolved in a splash of the warm brew, and a generous handful of ice. Garnish with fresh fruit and a sprig of mint. The three teas layer flavours that no single bag can deliver. Pack three different boxes in your cupboard and you have summer drinks sorted for a season.
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