Good Morning Herbs Tea: a tangy herbal wake-up in a cup
Good Morning Herbs Tea is a caffeine-free herbal blend built around lemongrass, hibiscus blossom, spearmint, and liquorice root — a loose-leaf infusion designed for people who want a bright, tangy start to the day without reaching for coffee. The hibiscus brings the ruby colour and the sour kick, the lemongrass adds citrus lift, spearmint cools it down, and the liquorice root rounds everything out with that earthy, naturally sweet finish. No added sugar, no flavourings, no tea leaves. Just four herbs doing the work.
If your morning routine currently involves scowling at a kettle, this is a gentler way in. The 100g pack is aroma-sealed so the lemongrass doesn't fade into hay over the course of a month, which is the first thing that goes wrong with cheaper loose blends.
What's actually in the blend
Four ingredients. That's it — no filler, no "natural flavouring", no hidden tea base. Here's what each one brings to the cup.
| Ingredient | What it does in the cup |
|---|---|
| Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) | Bright citrus top note, the reason the blend smells fresh rather than stewed |
| Hibiscus blossom (Hibiscus sabdariffa) | Deep red colour, tangy cranberry-like sourness, the backbone of the flavour |
| Spearmint (Mentha spicata) | Cool, soft mint — not the aggressive peppermint kind, more rounded |
| Liquorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) | Natural sweetness and an earthy, slightly woody base that ties it together |
Who this tea is for (and who should skip it)
This is a morning tea for people who want something herbal, sour-sweet, and caffeine-free — think cranberry juice meets mojito, brewed hot. Works well if you're cutting back on coffee, pregnant and avoiding caffeine, or just bored of the usual English breakfast routine.
Honest limitation: this blend contains liquorice root, and the subtitle on the pack flags it clearly — not recommended for people with high blood pressure. Glycyrrhizin (the active compound in liquorice) can raise blood pressure and affect potassium levels when consumed in high doses over time. If you drink three cups a day for months, that matters. An occasional cup won't ruin your week, but if you've got hypertension, pick a different herbal blend — we carry plenty without liquorice.
Good Morning Herbs Tea: how to brew it properly
Loose-leaf herbals need more room to open up than a tea bag allows. Use a proper infuser, a French press, or a teapot with a mesh basket — not one of those tiny ball infusers that strangles the leaf.
- Bring fresh water to a full boil (100°C). Herbal blends don't mind heat the way green tea does.
- Use roughly 1 heaped teaspoon (2–3g) per 250ml cup.
- Pour the water over the leaf and cover — trapping the steam keeps the volatile aromatics from the lemongrass and spearmint in the cup.
- Steep for 5–7 minutes. Shorter for a lighter, more citrus-forward cup; longer for deeper hibiscus tang and more liquorice sweetness.
- Strain, drink as is, or add a slice of lemon if you want to push the sourness further. It doesn't need sugar — the liquorice handles that.
It also makes a proper iced tea. Brew double strength, pour over ice, done. The hibiscus colour in a glass jug looks great, which is a small thing but genuinely a nice detail on a warm morning.
Specifications
| Product | Good Morning Herbs Tea |
| Type | Herbal tea blend (caffeine-free) |
| Ingredients | Lemongrass, hibiscus blossom, spearmint, liquorice root |
| Format | Loose leaf |
| Packaging | Airtight, aroma-sealed |
| Weight | 100g |
| Approx. servings | ~40 cups (at 2.5g per cup) |
| Brewing | 100°C water, 5–7 minutes |
| Caution | Contains liquorice — not recommended for people with high blood pressure |
Pairs well with a proper loose-leaf teapot or a stainless steel mesh infuser — this blend has too much character to waste on a bag. If you like the hibiscus kick, try our Hibiscus Flower loose herb on its own for a pure, unsweetened brew.
Why loose leaf beats bags for herbal blends
Tea bags crush herbs into dust so they fit in a 2g sachet. That's fine for a quick builder's brew, but with a blend like this it's a waste. Whole hibiscus blossoms, full lemongrass shavings, proper spearmint leaf — they need space to unfurl and release their oils. A cramped tea bag gives you a flat, one-dimensional cup; loose leaf in an open infuser gives you all three flavour layers (citrus top, tangy middle, earthy base) in sequence as you drink.
The aroma-sealed 100g pack also keeps the blend fresh for months rather than weeks. Herbal teas die slowly — the lemongrass loses its citrus first, then the spearmint flattens, and you're left with hibiscus-and-liquorice, which is fine but not the point. Store it closed, in the cupboard, out of sunlight. It'll see you through about 40 cups.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Good Morning Herbs Tea contain caffeine?
No. It's a pure herbal blend of lemongrass, hibiscus, spearmint, and liquorice root — no black, green, or white tea leaves. Safe to drink late in the day without wrecking your sleep.
Can I drink this if I have high blood pressure?
We'd skip it. The liquorice root contains glycyrrhizin, which can raise blood pressure with regular consumption. One occasional cup is unlikely to cause trouble, but if you have hypertension, pick a liquorice-free blend instead.
How much tea do I use per cup?
Roughly 1 heaped teaspoon (2–3g) per 250ml of just-boiled water. Steep 5–7 minutes. Shorter steeps give you a lighter, more citrus-forward cup; longer steeps bring out the hibiscus tang and liquorice sweetness.
Does it need sugar or honey?
Most people drink it plain. The liquorice root adds natural sweetness that balances the hibiscus sourness, so added sugar usually isn't necessary. A slice of lemon or a touch of honey works if you want to tweak it.
Can I make iced tea with it?
Yes, and it's great as iced tea. Brew double-strength (2 teaspoons per cup), steep 7 minutes, then pour over ice. The hibiscus gives it a deep ruby colour — looks like cranberry juice, tastes better.
How long does the 100g pack last?
Around 40 cups at standard strength. Stored in the original aroma-sealed packaging, the blend stays fresh for months. Keep it closed, cool, and out of direct sunlight to preserve the lemongrass and spearmint aromatics.
Last updated: April 2026
