All the breakfast tea. Easier on the caffeine.
A classic breakfast tea is a specific thing — malty, full-bodied, the kind of cup that tastes like it means business. The problem is that not everyone wants to mean business at 6 AM. Gentle Morning Blend is built for that gap. It starts with a decaf breakfast tea base for the flavor foundation, adds Assam Melody for the malt and body, and brings in black tea to round it out. The result is a cup that tastes like a proper breakfast tea — smooth, warm, a little malty — with a moderate caffeine load instead of the full hit.
Two to three minutes at a full rolling boil. That's a fast cup, which is the right call for a morning blend. Pull it at two minutes to drink it straight and clean. Push it to three if you're adding milk — the extra time gives the malt something to hold onto. Or go the latte route: brew it strong with two teaspoons in a smaller amount of water, top with warm frothed milk, sweeten if you want. It holds up to milk well. Any milk works.
The morning isn't going anywhere. This buys you a few minutes.
The Blend
Decaf breakfast tea, Assam Melody tea, black tea.
Base: Blended black tea — moderate caffeine.
Flavor character: Smooth and malty, warm breakfast tea body, balanced finish.
No added sugar. No sweeteners. No artificial flavors. Unflavored.
Nutritional Info
Moderate caffeine — blended black tea base with decaf component.
No added sugar.
No sweeteners.
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How to Brew
Hot:
1–2 teaspoons per 8 oz of water. Bring water to a full rolling boil (212°F). Steep 2–3 minutes. Pull at 2 minutes to drink it straight; go to 3 minutes if you're adding milk so the malt carries through.
As a latte:
Brew strong — 2 teaspoons in 6 oz of water, steep for the full 3 minutes. Top with warm frothed milk of choice. Sweeten if you want — a small amount of honey or sugar works well here. Any milk works; whole milk leans into the malt, oat milk keeps it smooth.
Iced:
Brew hot and strong with slightly less water than usual. Let it cool, pour over ice. Add cold milk for an iced latte version.
One 1 oz bag makes approximately 11–14 cups depending on brew strength.
Storage Tips
Store in a cool, dry spot away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Reseal the bag after each use. Keep away from strong odors — black tea picks them up easily.
FAQ
Is this tea caffeinated?
Yes, but on the moderate side — this blend combines decaf breakfast tea with Assam and black tea, which brings the caffeine level down compared to a standard breakfast tea. It's not caffeine-free, but it's a gentler option if you're watching your intake.
How does this compare to a regular breakfast tea?
It tastes like a classic breakfast tea — malty, smooth, full-bodied — but the decaf component brings the caffeine level down to moderate. Same flavor profile, easier on the caffeine.
Can I add milk to this tea?
Yes — Gentle Morning Blend holds up well with milk. Any milk works — dairy or non-dairy. If you're adding milk, steep for the longer end of the time range so the malt flavor carries through. Whole milk leans into the malty character; oat milk keeps it smooth.
How do I make a latte with this?
Brew strong — 2 teaspoons in about 6 oz of water, steep for 3 minutes. Top with warm frothed milk of choice and sweeten if you want. Any milk works. It's a straightforward latte that doesn't require any special equipment beyond whatever you use to warm milk.
What's in this blend?
Gentle Morning Blend contains decaf breakfast tea, Assam Melody tea, and black tea. No added sugar, no sweeteners, no artificial flavors.
How many cups does one bag make?
One 1 oz bag makes approximately 11–14 cups, depending on how strong you like it and whether you re-steep. Use 1 teaspoon per cup for a lighter brew, 2 teaspoons for more body.
What other teas pair well with this one?
If you like smooth, unflavored black teas, our other blended teas are worth exploring. And if you're a coffee drinker who's tea-curious, this is a solid place to start.
