A floral, daytime cup with a gentle backbone
STEEP Organic Oolong Jasmine by Bigelow is a bagged, certified-organic blend built around one of the most beloved flavours in the tea world: the soft, perfumed sweetness of jasmine layered over a clean, leafy base. It pours light and bright in the cup, with a fragrance that arrives before the first sip and a finish that stays smooth rather than sharp. If you have been searching for an everyday jasmine green tea that is easy to brew, forgiving on the steep, and pleasant from morning through mid-afternoon, this is a sensible, approachable place to land, standing out among floral teas tea jasmine lovers keep coming back to for how gently it introduces the flavour. Browse our complete tea collection for more green options.
This blend is for the drinker who wants flavour without fuss. You do not need a scale, a gooseneck kettle, or a timer app to get it right. One bag, hot (not boiling) water, a couple of minutes, and you have a fragrant, organic cup. It suits new tea drinkers stepping beyond grocery-aisle basics, as well as seasoned sippers who keep a reliable floral option in the cupboard for the days they want something light and uplifting instead of heavy and roasty.
What is in the cup and who it suits
The name tells the story. There is the jasmine, which brings that unmistakable honeyed-flower aroma, and there is a green base carrying the oolong-and-green character that gives the brew its body. Because it is certified organic, the leaf is grown and handled without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers, which matters to a lot of people who drink tea daily and want to keep their routine clean. The blend is bagged for convenience and packed in Canada, so you get a tidy, portion-controlled format with none of the loose-leaf cleanup.
Think of this as a "light and bright" choice rather than a bold, malty one. It is well suited to people who find black tea too tannic, who want something gentler than a strong breakfast blend, and who enjoy floral notes without the cup tipping into perfume-soap territory. If you prefer mint in your green tea, our Mint Green Tea is a fine alternative. It also makes an excellent introduction for anyone curious about jasmine tea: the flavour is generous but never overwhelming, and the bagged format removes the guesswork.
The flavour profile in plain language
On the nose, expect jasmine first: floral, faintly sweet, a little like honeysuckle on a warm evening. The aroma is the headline act, and it lifts the moment hot water hits the bag. On the palate, the green base steps forward with a soft, vegetal smoothness and a touch of that rounded, slightly creamy quality you associate with oolong-leaning blends. There is a clean, lightly grassy mid-palate and a finish that is mellow and lingering rather than astringent.
Brewed correctly, it stays delicate and bright. Push the water too hot or steep it too long and you can coax out bitterness, which is true of nearly every green leaf. Keep it within the gentle window described below and the cup rewards you with balance: floral up top, smooth in the middle, and a clean, almost sweet tail. It is the kind of tea you can drink unadorned and still feel satisfied.
How to brew it properly
Green tea wants restraint, and the specs here are clear and easy to follow. Heat your water to 80 °C rather than a full rolling boil. If you do not own a temperature kettle, bring the water to a boil, then let it sit off the heat for about a minute and a half to two minutes before pouring. That short pause drops it into the right range and protects the leaf from scorching.
- Use one tea bag per cup of about 240 ml (roughly 8 oz).
- Pour water at 80 °C over the bag.
- Steep for 2 to 3 minutes, no longer.
- Lift the bag out at the end of the steep so it does not keep extracting and turn bitter.
If you like a softer, more floral cup, steep closer to two minutes. If you want more body and a fuller green character, go toward three. Taste as you go the first couple of times and you will quickly find your preference. The single most common mistake people make with any green leaf is using boiling water and walking away; avoid both and this brew stays smooth every time.
Hot, iced, and simple variations
Served hot and plain, this blend is at its most honest, and that is how most people will enjoy it. Purists often skip milk entirely with green and floral teas, because dairy can flatten the delicate jasmine aroma. If you do want a touch of sweetness, a small amount of honey complements the floral notes beautifully without burying them, and a thin slice of lemon brightens the cup and lifts the perfume even further.
For iced jasmine tea, brew it a little stronger to account for the dilution. Use two bags per 240 ml of water (still at 80 °C, still 2 to 3 minutes), let it cool, then pour over a tall glass of ice. Garnish with a sprig of mint or a few slices of cucumber for a cooling summer drink. You can also make a simple jasmine cooler by sweetening the warm brew lightly with honey before chilling, so the sweetener dissolves fully. Because the base flavour is floral and clean rather than heavy, it takes well to citrus, mint, and even a splash of sparkling water for a homemade jasmine spritz.
When to drink it and what to pair it with
This is a daytime tea through and through. Its light, bright character makes it a natural for mornings when you want something gentler than coffee, and it carries comfortably into the early afternoon. Because the floral notes are calming and the body is moderate, many people reach for it as a mid-day reset between tasks.
On the plate, lean toward foods that let the jasmine shine. It pairs gracefully with:
- Light pastries, shortbread, and almond or lemon biscuits.
- Steamed dumplings, spring rolls, and other dim sum classics, where jasmine is a traditional companion.
- Fresh fruit, especially peach, melon, and citrus.
- Mild cheeses and cucumber or smoked-salmon tea sandwiches.
- Sushi and lighter rice dishes, where the clean green base cuts through nicely.
Avoid pairing it with very rich, heavily spiced, or smoky dishes, which tend to steamroll the floral subtlety. For a bolder green choice, try our Earl Grey Green Tea. Keep the food on the lighter, fresher side and the tea earns its place at the table.
Caffeine and ingredients
This blend contains caffeine, as you would expect from a green-and-oolong base. It sits in the moderate range typical of green tea: enough to give you a gentle, clear lift without the jolt of a strong coffee or a robust black tea. That moderate level is part of why it works so well across the daylight hours. If you are sensitive to caffeine or trying to wind down in the evening, treat it as a daytime drink and switch to a caffeine-free herbal option later on.
The ingredients are refreshingly simple: certified-organic tea leaf in an oolong-and-green base, blended with jasmine for that signature aroma and flavour. There are no artificial flavours doing the heavy lifting and no long additive list to scan. The organic certification covers how the leaf is grown and processed, which is reassuring for anyone who drinks tea every single day.
How to store it so it stays fresh
Tea is more fragile than it looks. Its enemies are air, moisture, heat, light, and strong odours, and floral blends are especially good at absorbing nearby smells. To keep this one tasting the way it should:
- Keep the bags in an airtight container or their sealed box, away from open air.
- Store in a cool, dark, dry cupboard, not above the stove or beside the kettle where heat and steam collect.
- Keep it well away from coffee, spices, and anything strongly scented, since the jasmine will happily soak up those aromas.
- Do not refrigerate or freeze the bags; condensation introduces moisture, which dulls the flavour.
Stored properly, the blend will hold its bright, fragrant character for a long time. Sealed, dry, and out of the light is the whole secret.
Why buy this tea from LocoYoko
LocoYoko is a Canadian coffee roaster and tea shop, and we ship across Canada. When you order this blend from us, you are buying from a Canadian retailer that keeps stock fresh and moving, rather than from a slow-turning shelf. You get straightforward domestic shipping, free over $50, and a 30-day happiness guarantee: if the tea is not right for you, we will make it right. We also stock coffee and a full tea range, so you can round out a single order with your morning roast and your afternoon cup. For another fruit-forward green option, check our Green Tea with Blueberry & Acai. For a reliable, organic, bagged jasmine option that arrives quickly and fresh to your door, it is an easy choice.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a green tea or an oolong?
It is classified as a green tea, built on an oolong-and-green base and scented with jasmine. That combination gives it a green tea's clean, light character with a slightly rounder body from the oolong influence.
How much caffeine does it have?
It contains caffeine in the moderate range typical of green tea, enough for a gentle daytime lift but lighter than a strong coffee or black tea. It is best enjoyed in the morning and afternoon.
What is the correct way to brew it?
Use one bag per cup of about 240 ml, pour water at 80 °C (just off the boil), and steep for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove the bag promptly so it does not turn bitter.
Can I add milk, lemon, or honey?
Lemon and honey both work beautifully and lift the floral notes. Milk is generally not recommended, as dairy can mute the delicate jasmine aroma. Most people enjoy this one plain or lightly sweetened.
Is it organic?
Yes. The blend is certified organic, meaning the leaf is grown and processed without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers. It is blended and packed in Canada.
Can I make it iced?
Absolutely. Brew it double-strength (two bags per 240 ml, still at 80 °C for 2 to 3 minutes), let it cool, and pour over ice. Add mint, cucumber, or a little honey for a refreshing summer drink.
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