Nightcap - herbal tea 100 grams - Café du Jour loose tea

What is Nightcap herbal tea?

Nightcap herbal tea is a loose-leaf blend from Café du Jour, crafted for the end of the day. The Dutch name 'slaapmutsje' captures the idea of a final, warming cup before you put the day to rest. This blend brings together seven herbs in one rounded, mild infusion.

Ingredients in this blend

Each ingredient adds its own character to the cup. Together they create a soft, layered flavour that is pleasant to sip slowly.

• Valerian root – earthy and slightly woody
• St. John's wort – subtly bitter, herbal
• Lemon balm – fresh and gently citrusy
• Fennel – light and mildly sweet
• Chamomile – soft, floral and smooth
• Lavender – fragrant and delicate
• Cornflower – mild with a hint of floral sweetness

This Nightcap herbal tea is produced in the Netherlands, in the tradition of Café du Jour's authentic tea shop rooted in the Maasland countryside.

Who is it suitable for?

This tea suits anyone who enjoys a warm, herbal cup in the evening as part of a quiet end-of-day routine. If you like loose-leaf tea and appreciate a blend with a mild, rounded flavour, Nightcap is a good fit for you. It works well for those who prefer a herbal infusion that contains no caffeine by nature, made from whole plant material rather than tea bags.

Because it comes in loose-leaf form, you can easily adjust the amount you use to suit your taste. A lighter brew gives a more delicate flavour; a little more leaf brings out the earthier, herbal notes of the valerian root and St. John's wort.

How do you use Nightcap herbal tea?

Brewing Nightcap herbal tea is straightforward. Use a tea strainer, infuser or teapot with a built-in filter to hold the loose leaves. Pour freshly boiled water over the herbs and let them steep for a few minutes. Sip it slowly and take a moment for yourself as the evening winds down.

Brewing tips

1. Use about 2 to 3 grams of loose leaf per cup (roughly one heaped teaspoon).
2. Pour water that has just boiled over the herbs.
3. Steep for 5 to 7 minutes to draw out the full flavour of the herbs.
4. Remove the leaves and enjoy your cup as it is, or add a little honey if you prefer a touch of sweetness.
5. A 100-gram pack gives you approximately 40 to 50 cups, depending on how much leaf you use.

Features and specifications

Here is a clear overview of what you get with this Nightcap herbal tea from Café du Jour. All details are straightforward so you know exactly what you are ordering.

• Product name: Nightcap – herbal tea
• Format: loose leaf
• Pack size: 100 grams
• Approximate yield: 40 to 50 cups per pack
• Ingredients: valerian root, St. John's wort, lemon balm, fennel, chamomile, lavender, cornflower
• Produced in: the Netherlands
• Brand: Café du Jour

The loose-leaf format means you have full control over the strength of every cup. No waste, no unnecessary packaging — just the herbs themselves.

Alternatives and combinations

Nightcap herbal tea works well on its own, but you can also explore different ways to enjoy it. Try varying your steeping time to discover new layers of flavour in the same blend.

Ways to vary your cup

• Steep for a shorter time (3 to 4 minutes) for a lighter, more floral cup with chamomile and lavender at the front.
• Steep for longer (7 to 8 minutes) to bring out the earthier notes of valerian root and St. John's wort.
• Add a slice of fresh lemon to complement the lemon balm in the blend.
• Try a small spoonful of honey to soften the herbal bitterness of the St. John's wort.

If you enjoy loose leaf herbal teas, the full Café du Jour loose tea collection has more blends to explore. You can order Nightcap herbal tea directly from cafedujour.ie and have it delivered to your door.