The holidays are all about connection and comfort, and there’s nothing quite as comforting as a steaming cup of tea. At Beach House Teas, we believe in crafting blends that celebrate the beauty of nature, the warmth of community, and the joy of the season.
Here are three ways to infuse our loose-leaf teas into your holiday traditions:
1. Create Cozy Rituals: Start or end your day with a soothing blend like Peppermint Mocha Tea, a rich, chocolatey treat with a refreshing hint of peppermint. It’s the perfect way to unwind after holiday shopping or prepping a feast.
2. Elevate Your Holiday Table: Surprise guests with a seasonal tea pairing for your meal. The tart, fruity notes of Cranberry Crush make it an ideal accompaniment to savory dishes like roasted turkey or a vegetarian stuffing.
3. Share the Gift of Tea: Our 12 Teas of Christmas set makes a thoughtful gift for tea lovers. It includes 12 artisan blends, filters, a postcard, and a digital Holiday Tea Recipe & Activity Book—everything they need to make their holidays extra special.
To inspire your celebrations, we’ve created three holiday recipes featuring some of our most beloved teas.
Spiced Cranberry Tea Punch
A festive, non-alcoholic punch perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups water
- 4 tsp Cranberry Crush loose-leaf tea
- 2 cups cranberry juice
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- Fresh cranberries and orange slices for garnish
Instructions:
- Brew the tea in water and steep for 10 minutes. Strain.
- Combine the brewed tea, cranberry juice, and cinnamon stick in a pot and heat until warm.
- Pour into a punch bowl, add orange slices, and garnish with fresh cranberries. Serve warm or chilled.
Peppermint Mocha Tea Cookies
Delightfully chocolatey cookies with a refreshing twist.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tsp Peppermint Mocha Tea, finely ground
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 cups flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cream butter and sugar. Add ground tea, cocoa powder, and mix well.
- Gradually add flour and salt to form a dough.
- Roll into balls and place on a baking sheet. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar once cooled.
Holiday Spiced Tea Latte
A cozy drink that feels like a warm hug.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp Apple Orchard Cider loose-leaf tea
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Pinch of cinnamon
Instructions:
- Heat milk and water in a small saucepan until steaming.
- Add the tea and steep for 5 minutes. Strain.
- Stir in honey or maple syrup and sprinkle with cinnamon. Serve hot.
