We’re All Mad About Tea Here

Coming from a long line of tea-lovers, it’s no surprise that I was enamored with matcha and rooibos long before finding an affinity for coffee, too. Once I got a Nespresso machine to make instant espresso shots at home, the balance shifted significantly. It’s hard to compete with that level of convenience, consistency, and ease. Still, nothing can replace the craftsmanship of delicate Jasmine or bold earl grey. Thankfully, you don’t have to. Mad Tea is the brilliant solution that makes no compromises.

Sealed in fully compostable Nespresso Original Line capsules, Mad Tea is the first of its kind in many ways. No measuring, no steeping, no plastic trash; it really is the complete package. What grabbed my attention first, however, was the ability to make a fully vegan Thai tea latte in under 30 seconds. In fact, that’s true of all the flavors. The entire array is vegan, gluten-free, tree nut- and peanut-free, kosher, and even packed in separate facilities from all dairy ingredients! What more could you ask for in an afternoon (or evening) pick-me-up?

On that note, a big benefit to branching out from the usual Nespresso pods is that there are more low- and no-caffeine options to suit all times of day. Especially as I get older, I can’t expect to keep drinking rocket fuel and then sleep soundly later. Switching to tea pods not only satisfies my craving for a warm, comforting beverage but also allows me to enjoy my drinks without the jittery aftermath that often accompanies high-octane energy drinks, natural or otherwise.

Most importantly, it’s genuinely some of the best tea I’ve had outside of a cafe. There are currently eight flavors, spanning the globe for tea varietals:

• Brown Sugar Milk Tea – Smooth and rounded, creamy and sweet. Ideal for making boba tea.
• Chai Tea – Like pumpkin spice but better, folding cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves into every harmonious sip.
• Matcha Tea – Rich, bold, and subtly grassy. Genuine matcha with body and froth, not some pale, generic “green tea” blend.
• Chamomile Lavender Tea – Gentle, soothing, and clean, with a slightly herbaceous quality. Very relaxing and easy to drink.

• Jasmine Milk Tea – Both calming and invigorating, highly aromatic with the scent of fresh blossoms and cut grass. Delicate yet luscious at any temperature.
• Peach Oolong Tea – Remarkable juicy, fresh peach flavor. Perfectly sweetened, nothing else needed, brilliant both hot and cold.
• Thai Tea – Vibrant orange from strong black tea, blended with star anise, cardamom, and a hint of vanilla. It begs for a splash of condensed coconut milk to complete the classic presentation.
• Earl Grey Tea – Bright and zesty, with the essence of orange on a base of robust black tea.

For the indecisive, you can get a variety pack to try one of each, ensuring that every craving is covered.

Go on, get mad; to taste Mad Tea is to love it. Thankfully, you can use the code BITTERSWEET to save 10% through Madtea.com and keep it flowing.

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