Pure Ceylon Green Tea - Moroccan Mint Flavored, 20 Bags

Product Specifications

* Percentages are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrition values are for the brewed tea with no added sweetener.

Brewing Instructions

Hot Tea — Important: Do Not Use Boiling Water

1. Place 1 tea bag into your cup or mug.
2. Allow freshly boiled water to cool for 2 minutes, or use a temperature-controlled kettle set to 80°C / 175°F. Using boiling water (100°C) will make the green tea base bitter and fight the mint.
3. Pour the cooled water over the tea bag.
4. Steep for 2–3 minutes. Remove the bag gently — do not squeeze.
5. Enjoy straight. A light drizzle of honey is an optional complement; the mint flavor is complete on its own.

Iced Tea — Where This Tea Really Shines

1. Brew 1 tea bag in 6 oz (180 ml) of water cooled to 80°C / 175°F.
2. Steep for 3–4 minutes at slightly stronger concentration than you would for a hot cup.
3. Add honey or sugar while still warm and stir to dissolve, if desired.
4. Pour over a full glass of ice and top up with chilled water to taste.
5. Optional: add a few fresh mint leaves or a thin slice of lemon. Serve immediately.

Origin & Authenticity

Where does Bud To Cup Moroccan Mint Green Tea come from?

The tea is handpicked at Agarakande Tea Estate in Lindula, Sri Lanka — part of the Hatton PLC estate network, with roots in a tea-making legacy stretching back to 1882. Every leaf is traceable to this single named estate, not sourced from anonymous commodity blending houses. Agarakande is also the source estate for the Classic Green and Vanilla Flavored Green Teas in the Bud To Cup range — which means all three green teas share the same highland leaf from the same verified origin.

What does the Ceylon Tea Lion Logo on the packaging mean?

The Ceylon Tea Lion Logo is the official quality mark of the Sri Lanka Tea Board — a globally trademarked symbol guaranteeing the tea inside is 100% pure Ceylon tea, grown, manufactured, and packed entirely in Sri Lanka according to the Board's strict quality standards. If a product carries the Lion Logo, it cannot legally be a blend with tea from other countries or a re-export. The certification number for this product is TC/E/PR/1869/1637. Every Bud To Cup pack features this mark prominently.

Is this tea estate-traceable?

Yes — it is sourced entirely from Agarakande Tea Estate in Lindula. The estate name, region, and traceability documentation are printed on every pack and backed by the Sri Lanka Tea Board certification. This is meaningfully different from most mass-market mint green teas, which are blended from multiple anonymous sources through commodity blending houses.

Product Range

What does Moroccan Mint Green Tea taste like?

It delivers a smooth, light Ceylon green tea base with a clean burst of mint that arrives clearly in the mid-palate and finishes cool and crisp. The aroma is immediately minty and fresh from the moment you open the bag. There is no harshness, no artificial aftertaste, and no medicinal quality — just a bright, genuinely refreshing cup. Over ice, the mint character becomes slightly more pronounced and the overall effect is cool and clean without needing sugar.

How is this different from the Classic Green Tea in the range?

Both teas are built on the same Agarakande estate leaf. The Classic Unflavored Green is the purest expression of that leaf — grassy, floral, and delicately vibrant with nothing added. The Moroccan Mint adds a clean mint flavoring on top of that same base, making it brighter, more immediately refreshing, and particularly well-suited to iced formats. If you want to taste what the estate leaf actually is, start with the Classic. If you want a cooling, flavored everyday cup or an excellent iced tea, the Moroccan Mint is the natural choice.

What other teas does Bud To Cup offer?

The current range includes 8 varieties. Green teas: Pure Ceylon Classic Green, Moroccan Mint Flavored Green, and Vanilla Flavored Green — all from Agarakande Estate, Lindula. Black teas: Pure Ceylon Classic Black (Adisham Estate, Dickoya), Berry-Mix Flavored Black (Shannon Estate, Watawala), Cinnamon Flavored Black (Vellaioya Estate, Hatton), Strawberry Flavored Black (Adisham Estate, Dickoya), and Peach Flavored Black (Henfold Estate, Lindula). All come in 20-bag packs at $9.49, with the exception of Classic Black at $6.99.

Brewing & Use

What temperature should I use to brew Moroccan Mint Green Tea?

Use water cooled to 80°C / 175°F — never at a full boil (100°C / 212°F). Boiling water causes the delicate Ceylon green tea leaf to release harsh tannins that create bitterness, which then fights the mint rather than complementing it. Let a freshly boiled kettle cool for 2 minutes, or use a temperature-controlled kettle set to 80°C. This single adjustment is the most important brewing step for this tea and the difference in the cup is significant.

How long should I steep Moroccan Mint Green Tea?

Steep for 2 to 3 minutes at 80°C / 175°F for a hot cup, then remove the bag gently without squeezing. For an iced brew, steep for 3 to 4 minutes at slightly stronger concentration before pouring over ice. Over-steeping green tea — even with mint — will introduce bitterness, so it is better to brew shorter and adjust to taste than to leave the bag in too long.

Can I make iced tea with this product?

Yes — and it is one of the best iced teas in the Bud To Cup range. Mint and cold water are natural partners. Brew 1 bag in 6 oz (180 ml) of water at 80°C / 175°F for 3 to 4 minutes, add honey or sugar while still warm if desired, then pour over a full glass of ice and top up with chilled water. A few fresh mint leaves or a thin slice of lemon are excellent additions. The mint character becomes slightly more intense when chilled, making this a genuinely refreshing cold drink that doesn't need sweetening to work well.

Ingredients & Quality

What are the ingredients in Bud To Cup Moroccan Mint Green Tea?

Green Tea, Mint Flavor. Full ingredient information is confirmed on every pack. There are no artificial colorings, sweeteners, or fillers beyond the Ceylon green tea base and mint flavoring.

Does this tea contain caffeine?

Yes — green tea naturally contains caffeine, but at generally lower levels than black tea. The exact amount per cup depends on steep time, water temperature, and serving size. If you are sensitive to caffeine, this tea is typically a lighter option than any of the black teas in the Bud To Cup range. For precise caffeine data for this SKU, refer to the product packaging.

Gifting

Is Bud To Cup Moroccan Mint Green Tea suitable as a gift?

Yes — particularly for recipients who prefer lighter, caffeine-reduced drinks, enjoy herbal or mint teas, or are wellness-conscious. The Moroccan Mint pairs naturally with the Classic Green or Vanilla Green to create a full green tea gift set from a single estate. The Bud To Cup botanical packaging carries the same premium aesthetic across the range, making any combination of the three green teas a clean, story-rich gifting option.

Heritage & Story

What is the history behind Bud To Cup?

Bud To Cup is built on a 140-year tea-making legacy that began in 1882 when Hatton PLC first cultivated tea in the Sri Lankan highlands. Agarakande Tea Estate in Lindula — where the leaves for this Moroccan Mint are grown — is part of this same ancestral estate network. Today, Bud To Cup is brought to the modern market by G & G Agro Commodities Pvt Ltd, carrying that heritage into accessible, everyday formats for the modern tea drinker.

Comparison

What makes Bud To Cup Moroccan Mint different from other mint green teas?

Most mint green teas on the market are built on commodity green tea sourced from anonymous blending houses, with no traceable estate origin. Bud To Cup Moroccan Mint starts from a single named estate — Agarakande Tea Estate in Lindula — with a documented heritage as part of the Hatton PLC network since 1882. The Ceylon Tea Lion Logo on every pack provides independent, trademarked verification of the origin claim by the Sri Lanka Tea Board. The result is a mint green tea where the base leaf actually has character — highland terroir, delicate floral notes, and a clean finish — rather than a commodity leaf that only works because the mint masks it.