Need energy to get through your workday? Craving some R&R? Try these teas, perfectly suited to specific times and needs, suggested by Sara Martinelli, certified herbalist, tea specialist, and owner of the Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse in Boulder, Colo.
You’re heading into a 2 p.m. meeting
Drink: Ti Kuan Yin oolong. “It has a bit of accessible caffeine without making you too jittery— just enough to wake up those mental synapses.”
Try: Zhi Tea Organic Iron Goddess
You’re abstaining at a cocktail party
Drink: Earl Grey.“When you don’t want to imbibe, this tea’s citrusy bergamot still gives a nice oomph.”
Try: Twinings Earl Grey Organic & Fair Trade Certified Tea
You’re dealing with a food hangover
Drink: Sencha green tea.“Its delicately vegetal flavor eases that feeling of overindulgence.”
Try: Ito En Sencha Shot
You’re afraid your computer just crashed
Drink: Darjeeling. “Just the act of brewing this classic reminds you to take a breath and calm down.”
Try: Tea Forte Estate Darjeeling
You’re drawing a bath
Drink: Jasmine pearl.“Delightfully aromatic with a relaxing floral scent; watch them unfurl as you do.”
Try: Rishi Tea Organic Jasmine Pearl
You’re at a family reunion
Drink: Flavored spice tea.“Festive, decadent, and great for joyous celebrations.”
