Comptoir de Mathilde The Noir de Noël – Hazelnut & Vanilla Tea

### Tasting Notes from The Curator A festive black tea infused with hazelnut and vanilla—rich, aromatic, and crafted to bring the comforting warmth of the holidays to every sip.Tasting Notes of the Curator This Christmas black tea from Comptoir de Mathilde is built on a smooth, full-bodied tea base that immediately envelopes the palate with warmth. The first aroma that rises is hazelnut—round, gently roasted, and reminiscent of winter pastries cooling on the counter. It brings a nutty depth that feels indulgent yet balanced. As the tea steeps, vanilla softens the edges, creating a creamy sweetness that lingers like a velvet ribbon through the cup. The result is a beautifully layered infusion: bold enough to satisfy black tea lovers, yet soft and fragrant with dessert-like notes. It tastes like the quiet parts of December—mornings spent wrapped in blankets, afternoons with biscuits and good company, evenings glowing softly with warm lights. This is a tea meant to be savoured slowly, letting the hazelnut and vanilla unfold gently with each sip. ### Pairings and Suggestions A versatile, cozy tea for winter rituals. Pair with holiday sweets: gingerbread, almond cookies, truffles, shortbread Enjoy with breakfast breads: brioche, panettone, croissants Serve with light pastries: madeleines, financiers, berry tarts Add a splash of milk or oat milk for a creamy latte-style cup ### A Cup Steeped in Holiday Tradition Black tea blends flavored with nuts and vanilla have long been part of European Christmas tradition—evoking memories of winter markets, festive baking, and long evenings spent indoors. Comptoir de Mathilde transforms that sentiment into a beautifully presented tin, decorated in lush holiday greens and gold. More than just a tea, it's a moment of pause in the midst of the season’s rush: warm, nostalgic, and gently indulgent. Every cup feels like a quiet celebration.