A Caffeine-Free Christmas Tea the Whole Family Can Share
Some of our favorite holiday moments happen around a pot of tea. The cookies are cooling, someone is wrapping presents at the kitchen table, and everyone from the grandparents to the kids wants a warm cup. That’s exactly why we love our Christmas Blend Elderberry Tea: a fragrant, caffeine-free Christmas tea the whole family can enjoy, morning or night.
Here’s what’s in it, why caffeine-free matters during the holidays, and how to brew, serve and share it.
What’s in Our Christmas Blend Elderberry Tea
Our Christmas Blend Elderberry Tea brings together the flavors of the season with our organic elderberries. The blend includes:
- Organic elderberries
- Hibiscus
- Cinnamon
- Rosehips
- Blackberry leaf
- Orange peel
- Cinnamon and tangerine oils
- Organic elderflower
Flavor and Aroma
Once brewed, the tea turns a beautiful rosy color with a fruity cinnamon flavor. The aroma is herbal, floral and fruity, with warm notes of cinnamon and orange that make the whole kitchen smell like the holidays.
A Seasonal, Limited Blend
Christmas Blend is a holiday-specific tea made in limited supply, so it’s a special treat for the season rather than an everyday staple. If it’s a family favorite, it’s worth picking up while it’s available.
Why a Caffeine-Free Christmas Tea Makes Sense
Evening Cups Without the Caffeine
The holidays are full of late nights, and many of the best conversations happen after dinner. The Sleep Foundation recommends avoiding caffeine at least eight hours before bedtime for better sleep. Because our Christmas Blend is caffeine-free, you can pour a cup after dinner without a second thought.
A Cup for the Whole Family
Christmas Blend is an herbal tea with no tea leaves, which is why it has no caffeine. Black and green teas do contain caffeine, and the FDA notes that even decaffeinated teas still contain some. If you love a classic black tea, our Cranberry Orange blend uses a black tea base, so save that one for the grown-ups’ morning cup.
How to Brew and Serve Christmas Blend
Christmas Blend is a loose tea, which lets the berries, spices and flowers open up and release their full flavor. Here’s the basic method:
- Bring fresh water to a boil.
- Measure the tea into an infuser, tea ball or teapot.
- Pour the hot water over the tea.
- Cover and steep, following the directions on your package.
- Strain, pour and sweeten if you like.
The elderberries in this blend are dried and always brewed in hot water. As the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health explains, raw or unripe elderberries should not be eaten, and cooking eliminates that concern.
Holiday Serving Ideas
- Brew a full teapot when guests arrive, so there’s a warm cup ready for everyone.
- Set up a little sweetener station with raw honey, maple syrup and cinnamon sticks.
- Host a Christmas tea party with cookies, small sandwiches and festive mugs.
- Pour it alongside dessert as a caffeine-free alternative to after-dinner coffee.
Sweetening Your Cup
A spoonful of raw honey or maple syrup brings out the fruit and spice in Christmas Blend. If little ones are joining in, remember that the Mayo Clinic advises never giving honey to babies younger than one year old. Maple syrup is a lovely alternative for the youngest members of the family.
A Christmas Tea Gift That’s Easy to Love
Tea is one of the simplest gifts to give, and a seasonal blend feels extra special. Christmas Blend comes in two sizes:
- A sample tin, perfect for stocking stuffers, teacher gifts and party favors
- A 4 oz bag, for the tea lover who will brew it all season
For a fuller gift, pair it with a jar of raw honey, a favorite mug or another blend from our herbal tea collection. Looking for more ideas? Browse our elderberry gift guide for every person on your list.
New to elderberry tea? Our guide to elderberry tea benefits explains what’s in the cup and how to brew it well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is your Christmas Blend tea caffeine-free?
Yes. Christmas Blend is an herbal tea made with elderberries, fruit, flowers and spices, with no tea leaves, so it contains no caffeine.
What does Christmas Blend tea taste like?
It has a fruity cinnamon flavor with notes of orange, and it brews into a rosy-colored cup with an herbal, floral and fruity aroma.
Can kids drink Christmas Blend tea?
Many families enjoy sharing a caffeine-free herbal tea with older children. As with any new food or drink, check with your pediatrician first, and never give honey to babies under one year old.
Is Christmas Blend available all year?
Christmas Blend is a seasonal holiday blend made in limited supply. Our other herbal teas are available throughout the year.
Make It a Holiday Tradition
There’s something special about a pot of tea that everyone at the table can share. Put the kettle on, gather the family and start a new holiday tradition with a warm cup of Christmas Blend Elderberry Tea.
Get in Touch
Have a question about our Christmas Blend or our other teas? We would love to hear from you.
Contact Number: 812-748-2111
Email: info@abbyselderberry.com
Have more questions? Browse our Elderberry FAQ.
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