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“One of the teas I brought back from Vancouver! I love the name of this tea, and if I’m being honest I probably would have passed this one over if it had a name like “Orange Spice” that was a closer...” Read full tasting note
“This was the main reason for my Murchie’s order. It’s a summer seasonal tea, and I love orange-flavored things. I will say, I became less excited when I saw that it also has spices in it, because...” Read full tasting note
Sun-dried orange mingled with sweet spices and smooth black tea. A citrusy, warming blend perfect for the transition from summer to fall.
Originally blended: 1998
Tuscany Orange returns by popular demand!
Bright orange citrus compliments medium-bodied black tea, with notes of cinnamon and clove to warm this summery blend. Reminiscent of indulgent flavours of citrus groves on sunny Italian hillsides.
Previously known as the Hyatt Blend, this tea was first released in 1998 to celebrate the Hyatt Regency Vancouver Hotel. Hyatt Blend was one of many Murchie’s blends created to pay tribute to iconic Vancouver businesses.
Tasting Notes: Sweet and juicy, initial nose of orange oil complimented with brisk, citrus notes of Ceylon black tea. Clove with a touch of cinnamon, warming but not spicy, allowing for a light finish. A mixture of summery fruit and wintery spice makes it an interesting transitional tea.
Ingredients: Black Tea (Ceylon, Keemun), orange peel, whole cloves, natural and artificial flavouring
Since 1894, Murchie’s has been importing and blending the finest quality teas from select gardens around the world. As the decades have passed, the art of tea blending and tradition of excellence are handed down along with the old recipes. Today, Murchie’s offers traditional products and classic blends while also developing new combinations for a new generation of tea drinkers. We are proud to provide blends for events and occasions, from local landmarks to national observations and royal milestones.
One of the teas I brought back from Vancouver!
I love the name of this tea, and if I’m being honest I probably would have passed this one over if it had a name like “Orange Spice” that was a closer mirror to the flavour/ingredients. I do love a spiced orange blend, but I have so many of them. I did like this one a lot though – the orange note is really fresh, zesty and sweet. And cloves are fantastic, and add a nice nuance and complexity. Do I wish this was a bit more of an orange forward blend with a hint of spice, instead of as balanced as it is? Maybe a bit. But I think that’s coming from the place of just wanting something a little more different from other teas I own and less being unsatisfied with the taste of the tea. It’s a bit biased.
This was the main reason for my Murchie’s order. It’s a summer seasonal tea, and I love orange-flavored things. I will say, I became less excited when I saw that it also has spices in it, because why? They describe it as a transitional tea for late summer and early fall, but I guess I’m confused by that decision when they already have two other orange spice teas? So I hemmed and hawed on whether I even wanted it anymore, but ended up taking the plunge because retail therapy. I did remove all of the whole cloves out of protest! (Ashmanra will understand XD)
It is mostly orange, thankfully. I would describe it as being close to a true orange flavor, with just a touch of gummy orange slice and a bit of that essential oil sort of zestiness. The spices show themselves near the end of the sip, and the finish tastes very similar to their Christmas Tea (which is an orange spice black tea).
It does seem similar to Christmas Tea, though perhaps more orangey. I might have to try them side-by-side to remind myself. In any case, it’s nice, but definitely a fall-to-winter tea for me, and not a summer one.
Let me know if you have any recommendations for a nice, juicy orange tea, preferably without hibiscus or spices!
Flavors: Bright, Candy, Cinnamon, Citrus Zest, Clove, Orange, Orange Zest, Spices, Sweet
It’s good to read this before I go and buy some. I like orange spice Christmas teas, but mostly in the winter/late autumn. This isn’t a summer tea imo at all
Ashmanra does understand and is affronted on your behalf that they even put clove in there.
Have you tried Fete de Versailles from Nina’s of Paris? Or Orange Marmalade Black from RoT? Let me send you a sachet of that last one! It was limited edition but is available online now and is supposed to hit stores in July, I think.
CameronB – sample is on the way to you!
Oof, why did you have to remind me about Nina’s ha ha, I see they finally got their online shop going! But only in 100g increments, and that €20+ shipping… ^^’
It is available on Amazon for $22!
I miss when they had all of their teas in 50g increments on Amazon! I did order Fête de Versailles already though ha ha, because I saw it was the same price.
Also, they already have two other orange spice teas… I enjoyed it, but I think no spice or just a hint would’ve been better.