10 Teas to Keep You Warm and Well This Winter
There’s nothing like cozying up on the couch with a blanket and a hot cup of tea on a chilly winter day.
And a textbook. Because finals.
Not only is tea the perfect complement to a lazy day indoors, it’s also good for your health. That’s why I’ve rounded up a list of my top 10 tastiest, healthiest teas for you to check out this winter.
Harney & Son’s Vanilla Comoro
My personal favorite, Harney & Son’s Vanilla Comoro is their take on the traditional vanilla black tea — but decaffeinated, so you won’t have trouble falling asleep. Not to mention, these teas come in the most adorable tin canisters and are available pretty much anywhere you buy your tea. I get mine at Target.
Good Earth Peppermint Treat
Looking for the quintessential holiday tea? This blend features peppermint, white chocolate, pink peppercorns, and safflower for the perfect mix of sweet and refreshing.
Celestial Seasonings Fireside Vanilla Spice
The name of this tea pretty much says it all. Pure coziness in a cup brought to you by the perfect harmony of cinnamon and vanilla, with just a dash of ginger and cardamom.
Twinings Orange & Cinnamon Spice
Another delicious winter brew, this tea blends rooibos, cinnamon, and orange to create a soothing tea with a tangy citrus flavor perfect for a chilly winter day.
Yorkshire Tea Gold
This box of 80 tea bags combines teas from Assam, Kenya, and Rwanda, featuring bold pairings of cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and more to create some lovely winter flavors. Not to mention that this is tea is ethically-sourced and eco-friendly. Check out their website for more info on how their tea is produced.
The Republic of Tea Downton Abbey Tea
Whether you’re spending a winter day watching the “Downton Abbey” show or movie, The Republic of Tea has you covered with a variety of teas based on characters from the show. Visit their website for a full list.
Mighty Leaf Tea Organic Turmeric Ginger
Made with all-natural ingredients, this warming, immune-boosting blend is perfect for the colder months — especially flu season.
Numi Tea Honeybush
If you’re looking for a sweeter, richer blend, this is the one for you. Filled with antioxidants, this tea is perfect for the on-the-go sweet tooth.
Pukka Tea Peppermint & Licorice
To all of our licorice fans out there, this one’s for you. A smooth blend of fresh peppermint leaves and sweet licorice root, this tea will have you feeling all kinds of holiday vibes.
We hope you’ve enjoyed our little holiday tea roundup! Try out some of these teas and let us know what you think on social media @AuburnCampusRec.
Be well, Auburn.
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Born and bred in Huntsville, Alabama, Zoe is studying graphic design with a minor in art history. She hopes to use her degree to pursue a career in the world of magazine publication.
Zoe enjoys binge watching The Office with her best friends and eating Chipotle (often simultaneously). It’s also worth noting that Zoe loves her cat, Ozzy, more than most people. She’ll probably be a crazy cat lady one day, and she’s okay with that.
