9 of the best teas to include in your sleep routine 2022

According to the NHS, you should be getting between 7 to 9 hours a night.¹ But it’s not always that easy.

It’s natural to find it difficult to switch off after a day staring at a computer screen all day or having the stresses of work and family life.

So, it’s little wonder that many of us reach for ways to overcome our lack of sleep by trying anything that is on offer to us.

In this article, we’re going to be looking at teas, perhaps more specifically teas to help you prepare for a peaceful night.

A nighttime tea may seem like an odd concept, but keep with us and we’ll stew over the best teas, providing you with everything you need to know about nighttime teas.

What are bedtime teas?

Might seem like we’re pointing out the obvious here, but the thought is that teas for bedtime are teas that will help you get some much-needed Z’s.

Now, a tea before bed may seem a bit like a crazy idea.

But unlike the tea you would usually go for, bedtime teas do not contain any caffeine.

In fact, many bedtime teas contain the same ingredients that you would find in many supplements – such as chamomile.

How did we choose the best teas for bedtime?

To help us put together our list we considered 5 factors that would help us decide which teas deserved to make our list of the best sleep teas the UK has to offer, these include:

1. Ingredients 

It’s impossible to make a good bedtime tea without the right elements.

That’s why we only selected caffeine-free teas, of course.

But we have also looked at the specifics of each to help you summon the sandman.

2. Variety 

It’s possible to pick up a box of caffeine-free tea from any supermarket, which is why we’ve tried to go a little bit further than just your average box of chamomile.

3. Customer reviews

We have taken on the views of our customers so we can offer you the most tried and tested sleep teas available on the market.

4. Quality 

We researched our brands so we can offer the most established sleep teas on the market.

We checked whether brands sourced their ingredients and processed their teas responsibly.

5. Ease of purchase 

We’ve ensured that all of these brands are available via the Holland & Barrett online shop or at one of our Holland & Barret stores, so you can find them easily and purchase without too much hard work.

 

9 bedtime teas 2022

Read on for our top picks of bedtime teas in 2022...

1. Twinings Superblends SleepTea Bags

Twingings Superblends is exactly what you might think.

It’s a delicious blend of camomile, passionflower, spiced apple and vanilla to help you on the way to a peaceful night.

This smooth and serene blend offers a smooth and warming hit of flavour, which makes it a perfect addition to your bedtime routine.

Simply use freshly boiled water and infuse the bag for at least 3 minutes.

Give the teabag a few little stirs and a gentle squeeze to release the flavour before removing it from the cup, sip away as you drift into a peaceful night’s sleep.

Here’s what our customers think

Alibxox123 – Super chilled and sleepy – 5/5 stars

“I bought this tea as I can never sleep, I would be lying in bed for 3-4 hours before I ever got any way to sleep.

I have had this drink twice now, the first night I took it I straight away felt like I was so calm and relaxed feeling, I am only after having the drink now and I am feeling the same, this is not usual for me as I can never really relax.

I love this drink and I am looking for to get passionflower oil/mist. it really works:)”

2. Pukkia night time tea bags

Pukka nighttime tea is a unique blend of oat flower, lime flower and lavender to provide you with a soothing beverage at bedtime.

Naturally caffeine-free, 100% organically grown and ethically sourced, with plastic-free teabags these really are a great choice.

Here’s what our customers think

SueCat – Pukka night time tea is lovely – 5/5 stars

“It is a very nice tasting tea and is certainly relaxing to drink even if it doesn’t blend you into the shape of a mountain. I find it good to drink in the morning or the evening.”

3. Pukka After Dinner Tea Bags

Pukka’s After Dinner tea is a wonderfully rich and naturally caffeine-free herbal tea that has a unique blend of aromatic herbs, which offer a great alternative to your usual after-dinner coffee or mint tea.

The fine blend of fennel seed, aniseed, cardamon and chicory offers a rich and nourishing flavour as a great part of your post-meal experience.

Here’s what our customers think

Sarahs1 – love, love, love, this tea – 5-5 stars

“Love this tea, refreshing and warming after an evening meal, seems to settle my stomach. If you like Pukka tea, I would recommend this one.”

Louise Healthy – Great natural energy – 5/5 stars

“As everything begins in the stomach, happy stomach - happy me.

This tea gives me lots of energy, more mobility, lots of comfort being in my body and a nice feeling of wellbeing as a result.

It's one of the best tea blends I have encountered and as a herbalist I have tried many.”

4. Dr Stuarts Valerian Plus Tea Bags

Dr Stuarts Valerian Plus Tea provides the perfect balance of mellow and bitter flavours for the perfect nighttime drink.

The mix of valerian root, lime flowers and hops, with added high-quality herbs gives you the most aromatic and flavourful nighttime tea.

Simply leave the tea to brew for a good four or five minutes to allow time for them to release all their valuable essential oils.

Cover the mug whilst brewing or use a small teapot to keep even more goodness in!

5. Yogi Bedtime Tea

Yogi Bedtime Tea combines valerian root and organic chamomile with passionflower, liquorice, cardamom and cinnamon to give you a delicious, warming flavour that's just right for drinking before bedtime.

Relax, tuck yourself into bed and get a restful night's sleep with a cup of our delicious Yogi Bedtime tea.

Here’s what our customers think

KTRobinson70 – Love it – 5/5 stars

“I love the taste of this tea - I add one sugar to make it a bit sweeter and it is perfect. Most of the time when I drink this tea I sleep really well and only wake up max once during the night. love it!”

6. Twinings Superblends Calm

Twinings Superblend Calm is a vanilla and spice herbal infusion with camomile, roasted chicory and niacin, or vitamin B3 which contributes to your psychological function.

This is a smooth, delicate, lightly spiced blend with a lovely hint of sweetness. The chicory root brings a gorgeous roasted flavour and a touch of indulgence.

A moment of calm and clarity is the inspiration behind this carefully crafted blend.

The softly sweet and spiced infusion is warming and comforting, perfect to rebalance at the end of a busy day.

Here’s what our customers think

Sylv – Twinings superblend calm – 5/5 stars

“This camomile blend has lovely flavours that are not too overpowering.”

Lucvi – Ir really calms you down – 5/5 stars

“I bought this product last month and I'm really enjoying it, I was anxious about a lot stuff that I was going on and I'm pretty sure it helped to relax and disconnect from my problems for a second.”

7. Heath & Heather Camomile Tea Bags

Heath & Heather chamomile Infusion Tea is blend of finest chamomile flowers, to create a naturally soothing drink that helps you to unwind at any time of the day.

Herbal specialists, Heath & Heather are committed to developing a range of fruit and herbal infusions using only the finest natural ingredients – and on this occasion they certainly not failed to deliver.

Here’s what our customers think

Nessie78 – Enjoy – 5/5 stars

“As Camomile tea goes this one of the best I've ever had”

Camomile tea drinker – Relaxing tea – 5/5 stars

“Perfect for end of day caffeine-free hot drink. Soothing and relaxing aroma”

8. Holland & Barrett Organic Camomile Tea

Holland & Barret camomile tea bags are blended with the finest camomile flowers to create a soothing drink with a subtle floral note which will naturally help you unwind at any time of the day.

Here’s what our customers think

Charlotte2 – H&B organic camomile tea – 5/5 stars

“I bought this a few weeks ago. Good quality and pleasant-tasting tea.”

9. Twinings Superblends Sleep Valerian and Orange Blossom

Slip on your super soft socks, bathe in cosy candlelight, and sip a cup of comfort to your hearts content.

With a combination of blood orange, orange Blossom, camomile, passionflower, lavender and valerian – this Twinings blend is the perfect wind down partner, that could easily become the bedtime hero of your night-time routine.

What does it taste like? It has light blend with floral orange flavours that is smooth & serene.

The orange blossom provides a gentle sweetness that complements the subtle fragrant lavender.

Are there any side effects to sleep teas?

Generally speaking, sipping a herbal tea before bed is safe.

Chamomile is listed as a safe, natural ingredient in most sleep teas.

However, you might want to be a bit cautious of teas that contain valerian may cause some side effects such as:

• Headaches
• Dizziness
• Upset stomach

If you have any concerns about the effects of sleep teas, please speak to your GP or a health professional.

Last updated: 7 April 2022