Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew is a refined essential for the modern consumer seeking a sensory rich alternative to caffeinated evening beverages. Unlike standard decaf black teas this infusion is structured to address the requirements of a restful night through the specific inclusion of lemon balm and lemongrass. These Yorkshire bedtime 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 vanilla and nutmeg tea pairs nicely with a quiet book or as a refreshing midday reset for those avoiding caffeine. Whether you are relaxing at home or need a consistent mental wind down during a busy week this blend gives you a zesty and invigorating experience that continues the Taylors of Harrogate tradition of quality into 2026.
☕ How Does Yorkshire Bedtime Brew Taste?
- Malty Decaf Base: ●●●●● (5/5) A satisfying and robust black tea foundation that retains its character without the caffeine.
- Cosy Nutmeg: ●●●●○ (4/5) A sweet woody warmth (three percent) that mimics the comforting taste of a biscuit.
- Creamy Vanilla: ●●●○○ (3/5) A gentle natural sweetness (two percent) that rounds out the spice without being cloying.
- Citrus Herbs: ●●●○○ (3/5) Bright notes of lemon balm and lemongrass that provide a clean finish and calming aromatics.
Teas.co.uk Curator Rating: 4.7/5 — Our expert verdict.
The Story Behind the Yorkshire Tea Brand
Yorkshire Tea is produced by Taylors of Harrogate a family business that has been a global leader in tea culture since eighteen eighty six.
- The Speciality Masters: The Yorkshire Tea brand created the Bedtime Brew around twenty sixteen to provide a proper brew for late night drinkers. It is now the definitive choice for Yorkshire Tea UK customers seeking a spiced hug in a mug.
- No Compromise Quality: Every batch is tasted at least eight times by experts to ensure the malty strength required for a classic British cup remains consistent even in decaf form.
- Sourced With Care: Taylors of Harrogate holds a Royal Warrant and is a member of the Ethical Tea Partnership ensuring high social and environmental standards across their supply chain.
🌍 Taylors Commitment To The Planet
Yorkshire Tea 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 a plant based material called Polylactic Acid (PLA). Unlike standard bags they contain zero oil based plastic sealants and are industrially compostable.
- Carbon Neutrality: This product is certified CarbonNeutral across its entire supply chain from the tea gardens in Africa and India to your kitchen.
- Sustainable Forestry: The outer cardboard box is FSC certified and fully recyclable ensuring the packaging supports responsible forest management.
🔍 How Does Yorkshire Bedtime Brew Compare to:
- Yorkshire Decaf: While the plain decaf version provides a standard cup Bedtime Brew adds a sophisticated layer of herbs and spices for a much more flavourful relaxation experience.
- Pukka Night Time: While Pukka is a purely herbal floral infusion Yorkshire Bedtime Brew keeps the satisfying malty body of black tea making it the superior choice for those who dislike thin herbal liquids.
- Twinings Sleep: Twinings uses passionflower and apple for a fruitier profile whereas Yorkshire focuses on the cosy bakery notes of vanilla and nutmeg for a warmer feeling.
⚠️ Safety & Dietary Notes
Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew, 40 Tea Bags 112g is a single-ingredient infusion; safety points below cover the caffeine status, allergen status and nutritional profile of this specific blend.
- ✅ Dietary Status: Suitable for vegans, vegetarians and gluten-free diets. Sugar free and calorie free.
- ⚠️ Caffeine: Contains caffeine; expect roughly 40 to 50mg per cup, around half a filter coffee. Avoid after 3pm if you are caffeine-sensitive.
- ⚠️ Allergens: No declared major allergens in the dry leaves. May reduce iron absorption if drunk with meals; leave 30 minutes between cup and meal if you are iron-deficient.
- 🌱 Nutrient Note: Rich in theaflavins and thearubigins from the fully oxidised leaf; these are the compounds responsible for the brisk, coppery character of a good cup.
- 🌍 Sustainability: Sourced from named gardens in India (Assam, Darjeeling), Sri Lanka or Kenya; 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.
Product Questions
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Ingredients & Nutrition
Ingredients and Technical Specifications
This unique blend uses natural botanicals to create a malty, spiced flavour profile perfect for a peaceful evening.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Ingredients | Decaffeinated Black Tea*, Lemon Balm, Lemongrass, Nutmeg (3%), Natural Flavouring. *Rainforest Alliance Certified. |
| Allergens | None. Free from Milk, Wheat, Soy, and Nuts. |
| Dietary Status | Vegan, Vegetarian, Sugar Free, and Gluten Free. |
| Caffeine Content | Decaffeinated (contains less than 0.1% caffeine). |
| Pack Size | 40 Tea Bags per box. |
| Net Weight | 112g. |
| Country of Origin | Blended and packed in the United Kingdom by Taylors of Harrogate. |
Nutritional Information
*Typical Values per 100ml of brewed infusion (plain).
- Energy: 2 kJ / 0 kcal
- Fat: 0g (Saturates: 0g)
- Carbohydrates: 0g (Sugars: 0g)
- Protein: 0g
- Salt: 0g
Brewing Instructions
To create the perfect evening sanctuary, follow these steps:
- Use one tea bag per person in a mug or teapot.
- Add freshly boiled water (100°C).
- Infuse for 4 to 5 minutes to allow the lemon balm and nutmeg notes to fully develop.
- Best enjoyed with milk for a creamy, malty finish that highlights the spiced undertones.
Sustainability and Eco Benefits
Yorkshire Tea is dedicated to doing things properly for both people and the planet.
- Certified Sourcing: 100% Rainforest Alliance Certified tea, supporting sustainable farming and ethical communities.
- Compostable Bags: The tea bags are plant based and industrially compostable (best disposed of in kerbside food or garden waste bins).
- Recyclable Packaging: The outer cardboard box is FSC Mix board and is fully recyclable in paper bins.
- Ethical Partnership: Taylors of Harrogate is a member of the Ethical Tea Partnership and a Carbon Neutral organisation.
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Flavour Science
Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew provides a proper evening cuppa specifically engineered to help you wind down without the caffeine hit. This 112g pack contains 40 tea bags of a decaffeinated black tea blend, technically crafted with calming herbs and warm spices to deliver a “hug in a mug” experience.
Decaffeinated Botanical Synergy: The formulation uses a high performance base of decaffeinated black tea, maintaining the robust Yorkshire character while removing the stimulants. People frequently associate this blend with a high quality sleep tea because it is infused with lemon balm and nutmeg,botanicals used for centuries to aid restful sleep and calm the mind. Many users look for this in a night time routine to provide a reliable balance and steady support for the nervous system before bed.
Cosy Aromatic Profile: The infusion is technically crafted with vanilla and lemongrass to provide a soft, comforting aroma. Customers often search for this specific pairing when looking for a rebalance tea because the natural sweetness of vanilla masks the lack of caffeine, creating an almost malty finish. This biological action provides a sense of comfort and calm, making it a professional barista style decaf choice that drinks beautifully with a splash of milk.
Sustainable Wellbeing Potency: This blend is 100 per cent CarbonNeutral and sourced from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms. Health conscious consumers often choose this sugar free and low calorie option (only 2 calories per cup) to satisfy late night cravings without the glucose spike. In terms of wellbeing, the exclusion of caffeine supports natural sleep cycles and a healthy glow, serving as a restorative alternative to standard evening drinks.
Versatile Night Time Hydration: While designed as a hot, snuggly mug, the blend is technically crafted to maintain its flavour integrity whether served black or with milk. Many users look for this caffeine free capability for a relaxing evening ritual that doesn’t sacrifice the “real tea” taste. This makes the Bedtime Brew a popular choice for those wanting a functional beverage that supports a comfortable and balanced system at the end of the day.
Recipe Ideas
Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew, 40 Tea Bags 112g is a robust black tea, ideal for milk and sugar but also surprisingly versatile in iced drinks and baking. Eight builds below cover the everyday cup, a kid-friendly frozen pop and an adult Long Island Iced Tea.
Eight Ways To Enjoy Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew, 40 Tea Bags 112g
The Standard Cup (Builder Strength)📎
Pour 200ml of just-boiled water over one bag of Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew, 40 Tea Bags 112g and steep for 4 to 5 minutes. Add a generous splash of full-fat milk and stir in; sugar to taste. The single most consumed drink in Britain for good reason.
Iced Lemon Tea Pitcher📎
Brew 6 bags of Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew, 40 Tea Bags 112g strong in 750ml of just-boiled water for 6 minutes, dissolve 4 tablespoons of caster sugar in the warm tea, cool. Combine in a large jug with 750ml of cold water and the juice of 2 lemons. Serve over ice with lemon wheels. Better than any supermarket version.
Frozen Tea Lolly with Strawberries (Kid Hit)📎
Brew 2 bags of Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew, 40 Tea Bags 112g in 200ml of just-boiled water for 5 minutes, stir in 2 tablespoons of clear honey while warm and add 100ml of pressed apple juice. Cool. Pour into 6 lolly moulds, drop a slice of fresh strawberry into each, push in the sticks and freeze overnight. Mild caffeine , best as an after-lunch summer treat for over-8s.
Tea Spritz Mocktail📎
Brew 2 bags of Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew, 40 Tea Bags 112g strong in 200ml of just-boiled water for 6 minutes, cool. Pour over a tall glass of ice with the juice of half a lemon, 1 teaspoon of honey and top with 100ml of chilled elderflower tonic. Garnish with a fresh sprig of rosemary.
Long Island Style Iced Tea (Adult Cocktail, Lighter Build)📎
Brew 1 bag of Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew, 40 Tea Bags 112g in 100ml of just-boiled water for 5 minutes, cool. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice combine 25ml of vodka, 25ml of light rum, 25ml of gin, 25ml of triple sec, 15ml of fresh lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of sugar syrup. Shake hard for 10 seconds, strain into a tall glass over fresh ice and top with the cooled tea. Garnish with a lemon wheel. Stronger than it looks; treat with respect.
Tea-Soaked Fruit Loaf📎
Brew 3 bags of Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew, 40 Tea Bags 112g in 250ml of just-boiled water for 8 minutes, soak 300g of mixed dried fruit overnight. The next day beat in 200g of self-raising flour, 100g of soft brown sugar, 1 egg and 1 teaspoon of mixed spice. Bake in a lined 2lb loaf tin at 170°C for 55 to 60 minutes. Slice and butter for the best tea-time accompaniment in the country.
Boba-Style Bubble Tea (Homemade)📎
Brew 2 bags of Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew, 40 Tea Bags 112g strong in 200ml of just-boiled water for 5 minutes, cool. Cook 50g of dried tapioca pearls per the packet (typically 30 minutes simmer + 15 minutes rest). Drain and roll in 1 tablespoon of brown sugar to sweeten. Fill a tall glass with the pearls, add 100ml of cold milk, the cooled tea and a generous handful of ice. Top with sweetened condensed milk for the cafe finish. Serve with a fat straw.
Hybrid Brew: Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew, 40 Tea Bags 112g × Pukka Organic Lemon, Ginger and Manuka Honey, 20 Tea Bags 34g📎
Brew 1 bag of Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew, 40 Tea Bags 112g alongside 1 bag of Pukka Organic Lemon, Ginger and Manuka Honey, 20 Tea Bags 34g → 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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Three-Tea Tasting Flight (Starter Pack Build)
Brew 3 small mugs side by side: 1 bag of Yorkshire Tea Bedtime Brew, 40 Tea Bags 112g in 150ml of just-boiled water (or 80°C if it is green or white), 1 bag of Pukka Organic Lemon, Ginger and Manuka Honey, 20 Tea Bags 34g → in another 150ml, and 1 bag of Lift Instant Lemon Black Tea, 165g → in a third. Steep each for the time appropriate to the leaf type, lift the bags out together. Serve all three on a wooden flight board with three small biscuits and a small glass of water for palate cleansing between sips. Tasting flights are how cafes sell premium tea; this is how to do it at home for under a tenner. Note your favourite on a small card.
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