Delta Rising Yaupon Holly Tea

Delta Rising is an energizing blend of amazing American Yaupon, fragrant and citrusy lemongrass, sweet and spicy lemon myrtle, cooling peppermint, and delicate spearmint. This tea is a refreshingly delicious treat served hot or cold.

A unique things about yaupon is that it is tannin-free and naturally sweet, so you can drink it without adding sugar, and you do not have to worry about over-steeping. You can leave the bag in the cup and enjoy several cups (recommended 3 servings) from just one sachet, just continue to add hot water.

Pouch contains 12 natural teabags. Net weight: 21.6g

Brewing instructions, hot tea:

Brew at 212ºF for at least 5 minutes

Want to make iced tea?

Pour 4 bags in 36oz of boiling water. Allow to steep for at least 30 minutes. Add honey if you wish. Place the tea in the fridge overnight and leave the teabags in.

Recipe: Sparkling Iced Tea with Peach and Raspberries >>

Mitzie Mee – Sanne: The lemongrass/mint combo is really refreshing. I love that it doesn’t go bitter, so you can leave the tea bags in the tea for a long time, for an extra intense flavor.

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What is Yaupon Holly Tea?

Yaupon is an ancient, historic tea, made from the leaves of a tree called Yaupon Holly, which is the only naturally caffeinated plant in North America. The tea is rich in antioxidants and has caffeine levels similar to Asian green tea, but Yaupon Holly does not contain tannins, which is what causes the bitterness found in ordinary tea.

About Yazoo Yaupon

Yazoo Yaupon was founded in Clarksdale, Mississippi, by Oliver Luckett. After a successful career in Hollywood and five years living in Iceland, Oliver returned to the Mississippi Delta to be close to his father, and to help boost the local economy. Back in his hometown, Oliver soon learned about the amazing Yaupon Holly tree, America’s only caffeinated plant, its roots in indigenous culture, and its prolific growth throughout the Mississippi Delta…including in his dad’s backyard! Oliver was soon introduced to Bryon White, the co-founder of Yaupon Brothers American Tea based in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. They joined forces to create Yazoo Yaupon, which aims to elevate an entire region using this incredible homegrown tea to promote inclusion, transformation, and revitalization in the cradle of American culture – The Mississippi Delta.