The cooler months seem to roll round quicker each year but this marks the start of prime tea drinking season. PLUS it’s never too early to get your festive menu sorted so start thinking about how to impress your customers and guests this year.

Not sure what to choose? Well look no further because teapigs are offering some seasonal A-listers as well as bringing back some winter favourites which are perfect for everyone – from brew connoisseurs to those who simply like to catch up over a cup of tea.

For starters, with its warming spices, chai is a must have on any tea menu but it really comes into its own on a chilly day.

“We get lots of requests from our stockists for tea recipes and the most popular by far is that classic winter warmer – the chai latte,” says Louise Cheadle, teapigs co founder and tea taster. “In fact, tea recipes are the perfect way to make your tea menu go further and to offer something different. So, if you already stock chai and you’ve not tried making a chai latte yet, what are you waiting for!?”

Packed full of whole leaf tea, herbs and spices, teapigs chai tea temples make for the perfect spiced latte! All natural, no added sugar and super simple to make on site, this is the ideal drink to warm your customers without having to use a sugary syrup or powder.

teapigs’ dead simple recipe for a single serve chai latte:

• Pop 1 chai tea temple in your mug.

• Cover with 100mls boiling water.

• Leave to brew for 5-10 minutes - the longer the brew, the stronger the flavour.

• Add a squeeze of agave syrup if you want a touch of extra sweetness.

• While your tea is brewing, make some hot frothy milk.

• Top your mug with the milk et voilà!

• Take your latte game to the next level, dust the frothy milk with powdered cinnamon or chocolate.

In a rush? 
Why not make a big batch of concentrate ahead of time! Use 10 temples per 1 litre of boiling water, then once brewed store in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Dish out 100mls of concentrate per serving, top with hot frothy milk, and off you go! 

Not sure which milk to use? Dairy works well but why not try oat, soya, almond or coconut milks for a delicious and healthy option! 

teapigs’ range of limited edition winter blends are also back making the perfect addition to any tea menus, retail shelves and now, thanks to a new envelope format, a must have for your rooms.

“Offering seasonal specials encourages people to try something new on a weekly or monthly basis and shows a vibrancy in your menu or in your rooms which will please customers,” says Louise. “These super tasty, naturally caffeine free festive blends are perfect winter warmers to show some diversity and tap into the BIG customer demand for seasonal flavours. Glühwein, spiced pear, spearmint candy and gingerbread are the ideal brews to offer an indulgent, but guilt-free, way to get into the Christmas spirit.”

teapigs winter editions available NOW | 10% off winter tea range– offer till 31st December| RRP £3.99 - 10 tea temples per box/6 boxes per case. Quote WELCOME – call Lizzy on 0208 847390 or email trade@teapigs.co.uk