T Stands for Viking Tea

While visiting Red, she set out the tea things and said she had some special tea she thought I might like. A friend of hers had visited Iceland and brought back some herbal tea for Red. There were two different varieties. Old Viking Tea and Northern Lights Strong Winter Tea. The teas were loose so Red put out the tea infusers. She got to use the new shell shaped infuser she treated herself to when we visited Mystic, CT a month ago.

I prefer black teas to herbal teas. Herbal teas usually smell pretty, but I find they have a weak taste no matter how long they are steeped.  However, I was game to try.

I decided with a name like Old Viking the tea would have to be substantial. This tea was made from Birch, Angelica, Meadowsweet, Iceland Moss, Wild Thyme, and Barley. The taste was bolder than I expected and enhanced nicely with sweetener. Skol, Viking! Very nice, indeed.

Red decided to try the Northern Lights. This tea was similar to the Old Viking. It was made from Angelica, Birch, Iceland Moss, Wild Arctic Thyme, and Stone Bramble. According to the packaging, these herbs are known for their health and healing effects. Either way, Red said she liked this blend, too. I'll have to try it on my next visit.

If you're a tea drinker, what kind of tea do you like best?

Drop by hosts, Bleubeard and Elizabeth's blog to find out what the rest of the T Stands For gang is up to. If you want to play, include in your Tuesday post a beverage or container for a beverage. Don't forget to link your blog to Bleubeard and Elizabeth's page.