Fig

Figs are the soft, sweet fruit of the fig tree, grown since ancient times around the Mediterranean, especially in Turkey, Greece and Spain. Dried fig pieces add a honeyed, jammy sweetness with a slightly nutty depth and a rich, fruity aroma. Fig is a lovely match for black tea, rooibos, white tea and fruit blends, especially with vanilla, cinnamon, almond and orange. A fig blend tastes rich and comforting hot with a splash of milk, and surprisingly elegant served iced.

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