Dammann Frères Enveloped Tea Bags - Peppermint

Tasting Notes of the Curator

Dammann Frères Peppermint is a beautifully direct infusion, allowing the unmistakable character of the plant to take centre stage. The dry leaves carry an intense menthol aroma that becomes even more expressive as soon as they meet hot water. The fragrance rises quickly from the cup, cool, green, and sharply refreshing.

On the palate, the infusion begins with a concentrated herbal freshness. Peppermint’s natural menthol creates a cooling sensation that seems to travel beyond flavour, gently awakening the mouth and leaving the palate feeling remarkably clean. Beneath this brightness are subtle vegetal notes, with hints of freshly crushed leaves and a faint natural sweetness that softens the herb’s more assertive character.

The texture is light and smooth, without the tannic grip found in traditional tea. Its finish is long, crisp, and distinctly minty, with the cooling sensation lingering pleasantly after each sip. Because the infusion contains no added flavourings or competing herbs, its clarity is part of its charm: pure peppermint, confidently expressed.

Naturally caffeine-free, it is equally suited to a refreshing morning cup, an after-meal infusion, or a calming evening ritual. Each portion is packed inside a transparent Cristal® sachet and sealed within an individual envelope, preserving the plant’s powerful aroma until the moment it is brewed.

Brewing and Pairing Suggestions

Steep one sachet in freshly boiled water at approximately 100°C for 6 minutes. A slightly longer infusion will intensify the menthol character without introducing the sharp bitterness associated with over-steeped black or green tea. Remove the sachet before serving.

Peppermint may be enjoyed plain, sweetened with honey, or paired with foods that benefit from its clean, cooling finish:

Chocolate desserts: Serve with dark chocolate cake, brownies, chocolate truffles, or mint-chocolate biscuits.

Fresh fruit: Pair with watermelon, strawberries, pineapple, citrus, or a simple fruit salad.

Middle Eastern pastries: Its freshness balances baklava, ma’amoul, and honeyed nuts.

Rich meals: Enjoy after creamy, buttery, or heavily spiced dishes as a palate-cleansing finish.

Vanilla desserts: Pair with panna cotta, vanilla custard, ice cream, or buttery shortbread.

Fresh cheese: Serve with mild goat cheese, ricotta, or feta accompanied by fruit and honey.

The brewed infusion may also be used to flavour homemade syrup or poured over a bowl of fresh fruit. For an iced version, brew slightly stronger, cool completely, and serve over ice with lemon, cucumber, or additional fresh mint.

The Leaf That Cools Without Ice

Peppermint is a perennial herb known for its concentrated menthol aroma and unmistakable cooling sensation. Dammann Frères notes that the plant originated in the Middle East and is traditionally harvested during summer before it flowers, when its aromatic character is especially expressive.

The sensation created by peppermint is unusual because it does not depend entirely on temperature. Menthol interacts with sensory receptors associated with coolness, which is why a hot peppermint infusion can still feel remarkably fresh on the palate. It is a little piece of botanical theatre: steam rising from the cup while the mouth insists that something cooler is happening.

Peppermint has long been appreciated as a simple herbal infusion, but its usefulness extends beyond the teacup. Its vivid fragrance can bring freshness to syrups, desserts, fruit salads, and chilled drinks. Used carefully, it can lift rich flavours and leave the palate feeling newly reset.

In this individually enveloped format, Dammann Frères preserves the intensity of the dried leaves while making the infusion exceptionally easy to prepare. It is pure peppermint with nowhere to hide—and, happily, no reason to.

Storage Instructions

Keep each tea bag sealed inside its individual envelope until ready to brew. Store the box in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, humidity, and strongly scented foods or spices. Handle the sachets only with clean, dry hands.