Often cited as a favourite hot drink for many Brits, a good cup of tea has become synonymous with the UK’s cultural identity. And whilst being a nation of tea drinkers means we’re accustomed to the comforting taste of an English Breakfast blend, or the zing of an Earl Grey, British brew lovers could now be in for a savoury surprise thanks to the launch of a brand-new tea range that takes inspiration from some of the nation’s favourite dishes.
Verdant Valley Infusions, which has been imagined by staycation provider Verdant Leisure, has been created with popular staycation destinations in mind taking flavour notes from much-loved regional dishes and drinks from Scotland, North East England and Devon to give tea lovers a unique twist on their favourite brew.
The Scottish range includes the classic haggis – which boasts a perfect blend of spice and sweetness, oats and barley, and a finishing crack of black pepper – Whisky; a smooth black tea spiked with spices, vanilla and malt to recreate the flavour of the country’s most beloved tipple and Tablet; blending creamy vanilla with toasted brown sugar to whip up a cosy and comforting hug in a mug.
The famous, or infamous, Pease Pudding inspires the North East blend, which the staycation provider describes as a smoky, earthy chai with notes of bay leaf, thyme and citrus, it’s a rib-sticker that’s sure to warm your cockles.
And, ending on a sweeter note, Devon’s iconic jam, cream and scones inspire the last blend, this tea claims to have fresh-baked flavours of clotted cream and vanilla perked up with vivid raspberry and bright bergamot to create a cuppa that’s a sweet treat of its own.
The full range not only takes its taste from regional favourites but is also steeped in local history to celebrate the tales and heritage that Britain has to offer.
Speaking on the launch, Francesca Houldsworth, travel expert at Verdant Leisure, said:
“We are champions for exploring the best of what destinations closer to home have to offer we saw a perfect opportunity to celebrate our local cultures, stories and food through a medium that’s loved just as much – tea!
“The ranges have been created with the histories of the dishes in mind and each flavour picked carefully to reflect the meals and drinks that have become a part of our regional identities, so we’re excited to now be sharing them!”
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