Legendary Pumpkin Spiced Tea
Inspired by Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
 
Brewed with the mystery of moonlit woods and the warmth of autumn hearths, this bold and comforting blend captures the eerie charm of Sleepy Hollow. At its heart lies a robust English Breakfast tea — grounding and timeless — like Ichabod Crane’s steady gait down a foggy country lane.
 
Woven through the leaves are real dried pumpkin pieces, lending a mellow, earthy sweetness. A bewitching blend of allspice, nutmeg, cinnamon, clove, and ginger dances through each sip, conjuring memories of harvest feasts and tales told by candlelight.
Sip slowly and beware… for the flavor is legendary, and the Headless Horseman isn’t the only one who returns each fall.
 
Flavor Profile:
Bold | Spiced | Smoothly Earthy
Perfect with a splash of milk or a drizzle of maple syrup on crisp autumn mornings.
 
Ingredients & Literary Connections
1. English Breakfast Tea (Black Tea Base)
👉 Symbolizes the old-world traditions and daily rituals of early American settlers.
Its bold, full-bodied character reflects Ichabod Crane’s prim, orderly manner and the grounding presence of colonial life in the Hudson Valley.
2. Dried Pumpkin
👉 A direct nod to the iconic pumpkin — especially the one hurled by the Headless Horseman.
Pumpkin represents the harvest season, superstition, and the blurred line between trick and terror in Sleepy Hollow.
3. Cinnamon
👉 Warm and comforting, but with a spark — like the tension between Ichabod, Katrina, and Brom Bones.
Cinnamon evokes the coziness of autumn gatherings and the spice of romantic rivalry.
4. Nutmeg
👉 A classic seasonal spice found in early American baking.
It reflects the colonial kitchens, abundance of harvest, and festive spirit that contrasts the tale’s chilling end.
5. Clove
👉 Dark, rich, and slightly biting — just like the story’s eerie atmosphere.
Clove deepens the flavor and evokes the shadows lurking behind Sleepy Hollow’s beauty.
6. Allspice
👉 A medley of warm spices, echoing the swirl of emotions and suspense in the story.
Allspice represents the flavorful complexity of the setting — part folklore, part reality.
7. Ginger
👉 Bright with a little heat — like the sudden thrill of hearing ghost stories at night.
Ginger adds energy and vibrancy, reminiscent of the galloping hooves and Ichabod’s wild ride through the woods.
 
DIRECTIONS:
These easy to follow directions are included in your package. 
1. Bring 8oz of water to a boil.
2. Place 1 heaping teaspoon of the loose tea blend into a tea bag or tea infuser. You can place the loose tea directly into a teapot or cup to steep but you will need to strain it before you drink the tea.
3. Pour boiling water over the loose tea and let steep 2 -5 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea, in a covered cup with hot water for maximum flavor. Covering, helps prevent any flavors from escaping in the form of steam.
4. Remove the loose tea and sweeten if desired.
5. Enjoy!
 
Caffeinated Tea + Organic
Sample Size Package Yields 4 teaspoons of tea. Just enough to sample the tea.
Full Size Package Yields 15 - 20 teaspoons of tea
 
WHY DRINK OUR TEA? At Rooted In Love Teas all teas are handcrafted and formulated using the finest tea leaves and herbs without using “natural flavors” or “additives.”      Each tea is hand-blended in a single batch to ensure consistent quality and flavor.