The Whistling Kettle Lemon Souffle Tea

That's exactly how many customers use it. The sweet, creamy lemon flavor genuinely satisfies dessert cravings, and multiple reviewers specifically mention it as a guilt-free alternative to after-dinner sweets. It's caffeine-free too, so it won't keep you up if you're reaching for it after a meal. It won't replace a slice of lemon cake, but it scratches a surprisingly similar itch.

It's actually an excellent starter tea. Three things work in beginners' favor here: it's not bitter (a common complaint new tea drinkers have), the sweet lemon flavor is immediately approachable without needing an acquired taste, and being caffeine-free means there's no pressure about steeping time — you won't get a harsh, over-extracted cup if you leave it a bit too long. It's about as forgiving as tea gets.

The blend does contain flavor extracts, so it's not a purely natural herb-only tea. That said, reviewers consistently describe the flavor as smooth, high-quality, and fresh — nobody's calling it fake or chemical-tasting. The aroma gets specific praise too. If you strictly avoid any flavored teas or extracts, this isn't for you, but if you're simply worried about it tasting artificial, the customer consensus is that it doesn't.

It fits a few profiles really well: people looking for a caffeine-free tea they can drink any time of day, anyone who wants a dessert-like treat without the calories, tea beginners who are put off by bitter or complex flavors, and evening relaxation drinkers who want something sweet and soothing before bed. It's also a great tea to share with friends and family who might not consider themselves 'tea people' — the lemon dessert flavor is immediately accessible.

Steep the loose leaves in hot water for about 7 minutes for the best flavor extraction. Since this is a delicate tea, you may want to be generous with the amount of leaf — a bit more than you'd use for a bolder tea. The honeybush-rooibos base is very forgiving, so you don't need to worry much about water temperature or over-steeping making it bitter. That's part of what makes it so beginner-friendly.

The Whistling Kettle lists it at about 96 servings per 4oz bag, which is solid value for a specialty loose leaf tea. Keep in mind that if you prefer a stronger cup and use more leaf per serving (which some customers do recommend for this delicate blend), you'll get fewer cups from the bag. But even at a heavier hand, you're looking at a lot of tea from one package.

Yes, and tea enthusiasts actually enjoy customizing it. The creamy honeybush-rooibos base pairs well with a splash of milk or cream, which leans into that dessert-like character even further. A touch of honey works too if you want extra sweetness. It's one of those teas that's pleasant on its own but rewards experimentation — part of what makes it appealing to both beginners and more experienced tea drinkers.

They're close cousins but not identical. Both are caffeine-free South African herbs, but honeybush has a naturally sweeter, slightly honey-like flavor compared to rooibos's earthier taste. The Whistling Kettle's Lemon Souffle blend actually uses both honeybush and rooibos together, which gives it a smoother, creamier base than either would alone. That combination is part of what makes the dessert-like flavor work so well.

A 'lemon lift' generally refers to a black tea with lemon flavoring — it's caffeinated and has that brisk, tannic tea base. The Whistling Kettle Lemon Souffle is a completely different experience. It's caffeine-free, built on a honeybush-rooibos base, and the lemon flavor here is sweet and smooth rather than tart or sharp. Think lemon dessert rather than lemon zest. If you like lemon in your tea but want something gentler and caffeine-free, this is a very different (and arguably more relaxing) option.