Marrakesh Nights
Moroccan-Style Green Tea with Peppermint: Traditional North African Blend
Marrakesh Nights combines premium Chinese Gunpowder green tea with whole peppermint leaves, creating an authentic Moroccan-style refreshment. This blend marries the rich, robust character of hand-rolled green tea with the cooling brightness of peppermint, delivering a bold yet refreshing experience reminiscent of traditional North African tea houses.
The distinctive gunpowder tea provides a deep, slightly smoky foundation while fresh peppermint adds an invigorating lift. When brewed, it yields a golden-green liquor with a clean, crisp finish. This revitalizing blend offers a moderate caffeine content from the green tea base, balanced by the naturally caffeine-free peppermint.
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Marrakesh Nights
Premium North African Tea Components
- Chinese Gunpowder Green Tea: Hand-rolled leaves that unfurl during steeping, releasing full flavor
- Whole Peppermint Leaves: Selected for optimal oil content and refreshing taste
- Natural Flavoring: Enhances the traditional Moroccan mint profile
Traditional Moroccan Tea Method
- Hot Preparation: Use 12-15g per liter of water at 70-80°C (158-176°F)
- Steeping Time: 2-3 minutes for optimal flavor
- Traditional Service: Pour tea from height into small glasses
- Iced Option: Double strength when brewing, pour over ice
- Sweetening: Traditionally served sweet; adjust to taste
Traditional Benefits of Moroccan Mint Tea
This blend combines the therapeutic properties of green tea and peppermint:
- Digestive Support: Peppermint essential oils aid digestion and reduce bloating
- Mental Clarity: L-theanine in green tea promotes focused alertness
- Respiratory Health: Peppermint helps clear airways and supports breathing
- Metabolic Function: Green tea catechins boost metabolism and fat oxidation
- Immune Support: Antioxidants strengthen natural defenses
- Oral Health: Both ingredients naturally freshen breath and support dental health
Moroccan Tea Traditions
In Morocco, serving mint tea is an honored ritual symbolizing hospitality and friendship:
- Known as "Maghrebi mint tea," this style originated in the 18th century
- Traditionally poured from height to create foam, called "the crown"
- Served three times to guests, following the proverb: "The first glass is as gentle as life, the second is as strong as love, the third is as bitter as death"
- The preparation ritual remains a central part of Moroccan social life and hospitality
