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Meet Four Twentea

Four Twentea has taken an interesting approach to CBD.

Rather than focusing on oils, drops or capsules, the company has built its range around something that millions of people already consume every day — tea.

Its collection currently features four distinct CBD-infused blends, ranging from traditional English Breakfast to ginger and turmeric, mint and a night-time blend. Each is designed to provide a measured amount of water-soluble CBD in a familiar tea-bag format.

The idea is simplicity.

There is no dropper to measure and no need to work out how many drops of CBD oil to add to a drink.

Instead, the CBD is already incorporated into the tea bag.

For anyone who already enjoys herbal tea, that makes the concept particularly easy to understand.

What Is Mintea?

The full name of the product is Mintea Peppermint and Spearmint CBD Tea, and the ingredients are refreshingly uncomplicated.

The tea contains 80% peppermint and 20% spearmint, with each tea bag weighing 2g. There are 14 biodegradable pyramid tea bags in every box, providing a total of 140mg of broad-spectrum CBD across the pack.

There are no complicated lists of botanicals to decipher.

Instead, the blend has been built around two types of mint.

That gives Mintea a very clear flavour identity from the outset.

Peppermint Takes Centre Stage

Peppermint accounts for the vast majority of the blend at 80%.

That means its character is naturally going to dominate the finished cup.

Peppermint has a distinctive cool, clean flavour, making it a particularly popular choice for herbal infusions. It brings a refreshing quality to the drink that makes it feel quite different from traditional black tea.

Here, the high percentage means peppermint isn't merely an accent.

It is the main event.

For anyone who already enjoys peppermint tea, that should immediately make Mintea sound appealing.

A Naturally Caffeine-Free Tea

One of Mintea's most useful characteristics is that it is naturally caffeine-free.

That gives it an advantage for people who want to enjoy a cup of tea later in the day without choosing a traditional caffeinated tea.

It also means Mintea can be considered independently of the usual morning-versus-evening tea dilemma.

Fancy a minty cup after dinner?

It fits.

Want something refreshing in the afternoon?

It fits there too.

For anyone trying to reduce their caffeine intake, a naturally caffeine-free mint infusion can also provide a welcome alternative to reaching for another conventional brew.

The CBD Element

Of course, the feature that separates Mintea from an ordinary peppermint and spearmint tea is CBD.

Each tea bag contains 10mg of broad-spectrum, water-soluble CBD, according to Four Twentea.

Broad-spectrum CBD is different from CBD isolate because it contains a range of naturally occurring compounds from hemp while excluding THC.

Four Twentea states that its CBD is THC-free and therefore does not produce the intoxicating effects associated with THC.

The company also says its CBD is sourced from organic, non-GMO hemp and is tested independently.

For consumers who are interested in CBD but don't particularly enjoy the idea of using oils or drops, the tea format offers a much more familiar method of consumption.

Why Water-Soluble CBD?

There is an important difference between adding CBD oil to a drink and using a water-soluble CBD formulation.

Oil and water don't naturally mix particularly well.

Four Twentea has instead developed a water-soluble CBD ingredient designed to be incorporated into the tea itself.

The company describes its CBD as flavourless, meaning it is intended not to interfere with the peppermint and spearmint character of the drink.

That is particularly important here.

Mint is a clean, delicate flavour. An oily or hemp-like aftertaste could easily overpower it.

Four Twentea's approach allows the mint to remain the focus.

Does It Taste Like CBD?

According to Four Twentea, the CBD itself is tasteless and does not introduce the oily flavour sometimes associated with CBD oils.

That is a significant advantage from a flavour perspective.

The purpose of drinking mint tea is generally to enjoy that crisp, refreshing character.

You don't want to finish the cup with a lingering taste that feels completely unrelated to the tea.

With Mintea, the flavour profile is intended to remain centred on peppermint and spearmint.

In other words, this is a mint tea first, with CBD incorporated into the experience.

How to Brew Mintea

Four Twentea recommends infusing its CBD teas for around four minutes using freshly boiled water to achieve the best flavour.

That is a simple process.

Boil the kettle, place the pyramid bag into your favourite mug and pour over the water.

Then comes the difficult part — waiting.

Four minutes allows the mint to develop properly without turning the preparation into a lengthy ritual.

The resulting drink can be enjoyed as it is, although anyone who likes experimenting could also explore serving it slightly cooled or over ice.

Mint Tea and Everyday Rituals

There is also something to be said for the ritual itself.

Making a cup of tea creates a small pause in the day.

The kettle boils, the tea steeps and for a few minutes there is an opportunity to step away from whatever else is happening.

Four Twentea's wider range is built around this idea of making CBD simple and convenient, and Mintea arguably fits that philosophy particularly well.

There is nothing complicated about mint tea.

It is familiar, approachable and easy to prepare.

Adding CBD doesn't require you to completely change the routine.

Independently Tested CBD

When buying an ingestible CBD product, quality and testing are understandably important considerations.

Four Twentea states that its CBD is independently laboratory tested and certified. The company also says its CBD is produced from organic, non-GMO hemp and is free from heavy metals and pesticides.

The company describes its CBD teas as regulated within the UK's food standards framework and says it has an authorised Novel Food application with the Food Standards Agency.

These are useful details for consumers who want to understand more about where the CBD comes from and how the company approaches quality control.

Understanding the Suggested CBD Intake

Four Twentea says its recommended starting point is 10mg of CBD per day, which corresponds to one Mintea tea bag.

The company also references Food Standards Agency guidance that advises consumers not to exceed 70mg of CBD per day.

It is important to remember that CBD isn't suitable for everyone.

Anyone considering CBD, particularly those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking medication or managing an existing health condition, should seek appropriate professional advice before using it.

The fact that a CBD product arrives in a familiar tea bag doesn't remove the need to treat it as a product containing an active ingredient.

Plastic-Free Tea Bags

The environmental side of the product is another interesting detail.

Four Twentea says its tea bags are made without plastic and are fully biodegradable. They are supplied in individual recycled paper envelopes, which the company says help preserve the freshness of the tea's aromas and oils.

The wider brand also describes its packaging as recyclable, with plant-based compostable tea bags forming part of its approach to reducing conventional plastic use.

For something consumed regularly, packaging is worth considering.

A daily tea habit can generate a surprising amount of waste over time, so using plant-based tea bags is a welcome touch.

What About the Price?

At the time of writing, Four Twentea lists Mintea at £14 per box.

With 14 tea bags in each box, that works out at £1 per serving before delivery.

The company also offers bundle options for customers who want to try multiple flavours. Its current CBD tea collection promotes a four-box bundle for £46, while the product page also highlights a four-blend starter option.

There is also a sample pack available for people who would rather experiment with the range before buying full boxes.

Who Might Enjoy Mintea?

The obvious audience is anyone who already likes peppermint or spearmint tea.

But it could also appeal to people who are looking for a naturally caffeine-free alternative to their usual afternoon or evening drink.

The simple ingredient list makes it easy to understand, while the water-soluble CBD format removes much of the fuss associated with measuring CBD oils.

It is particularly suited to people who enjoy routines.

The same mug.

The same kettle.

The same four-minute infusion.

Just a slightly different tea.

ALL IN ALL: A Fresh Take on the Daily Brew

Four Twentea's Mintea Peppermint and Spearmint CBD Tea is a refreshingly uncomplicated product.

The recipe contains just two principal tea ingredients — 80% peppermint and 20% spearmint — creating a clean, cooling flavour that should be instantly familiar to anyone who already enjoys mint tea.

The CBD element adds the modern twist.

Each pyramid tea bag contains approximately 10mg of broad-spectrum, water-soluble CBD, with Four Twentea stating that its CBD is THC-free, independently tested and sourced from organic, non-GMO hemp.

What we particularly like about the concept is how easy it is to understand.

There are no complicated measurements.

There is no oily CBD flavour.

There is no caffeine.

There is simply a tea bag, boiling water and a few minutes of patience.

The biodegradable, plant-based tea bags and recyclable packaging also give the product an additional point of difference for consumers who pay attention to how their everyday products are packaged.

Whether enjoyed after dinner, during an afternoon break or simply whenever a refreshing cup takes your fancy, Mintea offers a very different experience from the traditional British cuppa.

It won't appeal to everyone — particularly those who aren't fans of mint or who aren't interested in CBD — but for the right tea drinker, the combination makes considerable sense.

It is fresh, simple and easy to slot into an established routine.

And sometimes the best ideas really are the simplest ones.

With its cool peppermint character and a little CBD twist, Four Twentea's Mintea certainly puts a fresh spin on the daily brew.

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