Press Release

Fortnum & Mason Introduces a New Botanical Blends Collection for the New Year

January, London, 2026

Iconic British retailer Fortnum & Mason expands its famous Tea offering with the launch of a new five-strong Wellness Botanical Blends collection (£9.95), exclusive to the store and now available to purchase.

The botanical infusions range builds on Fortnum’s long-standing expertise in sourcing and blending, applying the same care and craft that have underpinned its tea offering for more than three centuries. The range has been created in partnership with Chelsea Physic Garden, the only botanic garden in London devoted to the study and propagation of medicinal, herbal - and some would say, magical – plants. 

Blended and packed in the UK, the collection uses all-natural ingredients selected for their symbolism and traditional use and is presented in recyclable card packaging with compostable soilon teabags. Each carton contains 15 envelope-wrapped silk teabags and is designed to be served without milk, at any time of day.

The Wellness Botanical Blends Collection

LOVE Botanical Blend (£9.95/37.5g)
A feminine blend of raspberry, rose and hibiscus, celebrated for their long-standing association with love and devotion. The deep pink colour offers a hug in a mug, inspired by centuries of romantic symbolism.
Buyer’s tasting notes: Strong raspberry flavour with warm base notes of rose and cinnamon.
Key ingredients: Raspberry (39%), rose petals (25%), hibiscus (18%), marshmallow root and flower, cinnamon, lady’s mantle, plantain leaf. 

PROTECT Botanical Blend (£9.95/37.5g)
Inspired by botanical folklore, this berry-led blend features angelica root (Angelica archangelica), traditionally carried as a protective charm to ward off unwelcome spirits. Sea buckthorn and blackberries complete a blend rooted in centuries of herbal symbolism.
Buyer’s tasting notes: Soothing berry.
Key ingredients: Sea buckthorn (26%), blackberries (20%), bilberry, hibiscus, elderberries, echinacea herb, juniper berries, angelica root, tulsi, cloves.

CLEANSE Botanical Blend (£9.95/30g)
A bracing blend of peppermint, fennel and nettle, inspired by botanicals long used in traditional herbal rituals. Fresh and aromatic, this clarifying infusion offers a moment of pause - helping you feel grounded and rebalanced through the act of brewing.
Buyer’s tasting notes: Clean menthol and aniseed.
Key ingredients: Peppermint (50%), fennel, nettle, aniseed, coriander seeds, cardamom, sage. 

VIGOR Botanical Blend (£9.95/30g)
Inspired by botanicals long celebrated for their association with strength and bravery, this bold blend pairs black tea with warming spices and fruit. Yarrow (Achillea millefolium), named after the Greek hero Achilles, was traditionally linked to courage on the battlefield, while ginger and chilli have featured in energising infusions across cultures for centuries.
Buyer’s tasting notes: Clean menthol and aniseed.
Key ingredients: Black tea (35%), apple (20%), ginger (20%), liquorice root, marigold petals, cinnamon, thyme, turmeric, black pepper, chilli flakes, yarrow flowers. 

CALM Botanical Blend (£9.95/30g)
Drawing on botanicals with a long history in nighttime and restorative rituals, this gentle blend reflects centuries of traditional use. Camomile was once believed to ward off nightmares and has been relied upon since ancient times for moments of quiet and reflection, alongside linden flowers and lemon verbena; plants steeped in European herbal lore.
Buyer’s tasting notes: Very gentle and mellow.
Key ingredients: Camomile (40%), linden flowers (25%), lemon verbena (23%), lemongrass, passion flower, valerian root, lavender flowers, St John’s Wort. 

Otillie Cunningham, Tea Buyer at Fortnum’s, says: “The start of the year naturally invites moments of reflection and renewal, and we wanted this collection to feel like a gentle companion to that mindset. Our Wellness Botanical Blends are rooted in ritual rather than rules - thoughtfully crafted infusions that encourage balance, pause and pleasure throughout the day. 

Working with Chelsea Physic Garden allowed us to explore botanicals with rich heritage and symbolism, blending them with the same care and expertise that defines our teas. We were also deeply inspired by the exquisite illustrations of the Garden’s Florilegium Society - extracts of which feature on our packaging - bringing centuries of botanical artistry into modern tea rituals.”

The full range of Botanical Blends collection is priced at £9.95/30g or 37.5g carton and is available from Fortnum & Mason’s Piccadilly flagship store on the Ground Floor, and online at fortnumandmason.com.

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About Fortnum and Mason
Fortnum & Mason is essential for anyone seeking extraordinary food, joy-giving gifts, unforgettable experiences, and exceptional service. First founded in London in 1707, after Queen Anne permitted her footman William Fortnum to sell discarded candles from St James’s Palace, Fortnum’s has forged a close relationship with the British Royal household ever since. Fortnum & Mason holds two Royal Warrants, one from His Majesty The King and one from Her Majesty The Queen.  

A London retail institution and pioneer in the hospitality sector, innovation has always been a central pillar at Fortnum’s. From inventing the Scotch Egg and providing supplies to the 1922 Everest expedition to beekeeping in Piccadilly’s rooftop hives and launching the Food & Drink Awards to celebrate people and talent, Fortnum’s has been a trusted disruptor and authority in the food & drink space, at home and internationally, from the very beginning.
 

Every year, millions of people from around the world visit the Piccadilly flagship to enjoy Fortnum’s famous Afternoon Tea and shop its extraordinary food, gift and fragrance halls. The iconic brand is celebrated for its teas, Scotch eggs, hand-made chocolates, and wicker hampers – each playing a large part in its centuries of history – and remains committed to imagination and discovery today. In April 2023, Fortnum's opened its Food & Drink Studio as a space dedicated to the search for extraordinary food and drink experiences. Visitors can enjoy unmissable masterclasses and intimate dining experiences hosted by some of the world's best chefs, watch live demonstrations led by major names in food and drink, and listen to illuminating conversations with makers and creatives who share our passion for all things delicious. 

Proud of its storied past and innovation, Fortnum’s mission remains to make joy for every customer, whether they’re shopping in-store or from around the world at the award-winning www.fortnumandmason.com. Follow Fortnum’s on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok (@fortnums).