Memorial Day is a day that most Americans look forward to as the official start of summer, but this day is so much more than a season kick-off.
This is a day that we, as a nation, honor those U.S. military personnel who have sacrificed so much throughout history to keep us a free nation, a nation of opportunity and dreams. These courageous individuals have made the greatest sacrifice one can make. Their bravery has allowed us to live a free life, to follow our pursuit of knowledge, and to live to our greatest potential. Without the selflessness of these heroic men and women, we may not have our basic rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Celebrated since 1868, Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day, when loved ones would decorate the graves of those lost. Moving forward to the day we now know as Memorial Day, the last Monday in May formally became a nationwide holiday in 1971 with the Uniform Monday Holiday Act.
To commemorate and honor our fallen soldiers, we usually start this holiday with memorials and parades, then move on to barbeques with family and friends. As you begin your celebrations this Memorial Day, please take a moment of silence to remember all those who made your BBQ possible.
As you celebrate, be it at a BBQ or a town parade, make some lasting memories while staying cool with refreshing iced tea!
While you can ice any of your favorite teas, we have curated a list of teas especially delicious on ice. Enjoy!
TB49: Darjeeling- Ceylon Iced Tea Blend
This Darjeeling-Ceylon black tea blend was created especially with iced tea in mind. It’s the perfect mix to get a nice strong brew. When making an iced tea, it's important to make a concentrate by doubling the serving size as it will be watered down by the ice. This tea is the ultimate brew for a classic, traditional iced tea. It would also make a wonderful “sweet tea” base as well.
This flavored black tea is refreshing and complex. With notes of juniper, citrus, and a touch of fruit, it makes the ideal iced tea. So, get a head start on the season with the perfect medley of invigorating citrus with crisp, sweet berries. This “summer in a cup” tea should be sipped and savored.
This flavored blend will transport you to a tropical beach, perfect to relax with after mowing the lawn. This blend of mango and sunflower petals added to black tea will surely be an indulgent treat to add to your tea cabinet this summer. This tea iced is the perfect respite on a hot day.
This tea is described as “a day at the peach,” which is truly a perfect fit as it is full of peachy goodness, orange blossoms, and silver lime flowers. A tall frosted glass of this juicy tea will have you feeling peachy keen at the seaside.
SI02: Iced Tea Sampler #1 and SI04: Iced Tea Sampler #2
We also carry a set of wonderful iced tea sampler sets. With these sets, you can make the most of the iced tea blends we offer and stay cool all summer long.
For those iced tea lovers wishing to avoid caffeine, we offer many decaffeinated teas and herbal selections. Here are a few of our favorites.
With its well-balanced flavor and that nice pop of rich fruit with a mild sweetness, this tea has it all. A medley of blueberries, grapes, hibiscus, and blackcurrant blended with South African Rooibos make this herbal tea not only a revitalizing drink, but a delicious beverage full of antioxidants. This exhilarating tea is sure to be a hit this summer.
NX30: Decaffeinated Lemon Black Tea
A perfect combination of two classic elements of summertime iced tea, this thirst-quenching decaffeinated black tea is flavored with notes of sweet lemon. So, when life gives you lemons, enjoy this simple, timeless blend on ice.
From all of us at Upton Tea Imports, have a safe, enjoyable Memorial Day, filled with many refreshing glasses of iced tea!