The common symptoms of seasonal allergies are sneezing, a stuffy or runny nose, watery or itchy eyes, headaches, fatigue, and a sore throat. Allergy season ranges from spring and summer to fall, but depending on which types of pollen affect you, it can sometimes feel like these irritating symptoms are never ending. If you’re looking to naturally alleviate the uncomfortable symptoms and side effects of your seasonal allergies, try a powerful herbal remedy — tea! Certain fresh or dried herbs in tea act as natural treatments to seasonal allergies, so drinking tea for allergies can be a tasty and effective way to find relief.
Sips by is a personalized tea discovery subscription. Each month, we match tea drinkers across the U.S. with delicious teas from over 150 global tea brands that we’re sure they’ll love. Members receive 4 teas chosen just for them in every box. Learn more about our tea subscription service.
10 Types of Tea to Relieve Seasonal Allergies
-
10
Berry Tea
Berry Essence by Davidson's Organic Teas
-
9
Peppermint Tea
Organic Peppermint Amour by DAVIDsTEA
-
8
Rooibos
Royal Rooibos by Steep & Sip
-
7
Lemon Balm
Mango Lemon Balm by Teeccino
-
6
Turmeric
Turmeric Matcha by Arogya
-
5
Stinging Nettle
Tabula Rasa by Aesthete Tea
-
4
Green Tea
Tulsi Green Tea by Veda Wellness Teas
-
3
Tulsi Tea
Tremella Tulsi Mushroom Adaptogen Herbal Tea by Teeccino
-
2
Ginger Tea
Immune by Ahmad Tea
-
1
Licorice Root
Bloom by Steep Echo
Berry Tea
Berry teas, such as blueberry or elderberry, are a natural antihistamine as they contain high levels of quercetin, antioxidants, and vitamin C. Antihistamine properties in berries naturally provide allergy relief, while the vitamins and high levels of antioxidants help to strengthen your immune system. Enjoy a refreshing cup of berry tea to soothe a sore throat and relieve runny noses.
Peppermint Tea
The aromatic properties of peppermint tea are highly refreshing and invigorating. A popular essential oil, peppermint is commonly used to clear sinuses and reduce inflammation. If you’re experiencing congestion or irritation related to allergies, drinking a cup of peppermint tea will help clear your airways and relieve stress.
Rooibos Tea
Rooibos tea is one of the most powerful teas you can drink to fight off allergies. Rooibos has anti-inflammatory properties which can reduce congestion, natural vitamin C which helps reduce watery eyes and a runny nose, and quercetin which prevents allergic reactions. Plus, unlike most herbal teas, this red tea pairs well with milk and sugar for a caffeine-free substitute for black tea.
Lemon Balm
A part of the mint family, Lemon balm tea is a popular and effective go-to for seasonal allergy sufferers. With its natural antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, it provides instant relief for allergy symptoms. This plant is especially effective at relieving allergy symptoms when mixed with other herbs in a soothing tisane, for a healing, lightly citrusy drink.
Turmeric
Turmeric tea naturally contains a high percentage of curcumin, which is full of antioxidants and functions as a powerful anti-inflammatory. Along with providing immune support, curcumin is heart healthy and can help diminish headache pain.
Stinging Nettle
Tea with stinging nettle contains antihistamines and anti-inflammatory properties that target and ease nasal inflammation. Research shows that nettle tea is great for treating allergic rhinitis, or hay fever, a long-term allergic reaction that results in seasonal allergy symptoms. Nettle tea may reduce allergy symptoms from hay fever, such as itchy eyes or sore throat.
Green Tea
Green tea is touted for being high in antioxidants, but it also contains natural antihistamines that reduce the symptoms of allergic reactions to pollen.Green tea polyphenols also strengthen heart health and defend cells against free radicals.
Tulsi Tea
Tulsi tea is an adaptogenic that fights off stress and allergic inflammation. Also known as holy basil, this Ayurvedic herb enhances immunity and clears respiratory symptoms and nasal symptoms of seasonal allergies. Find relief from allergies and ward off the common cold with a warm cup of tulsi tea.
Ginger Tea
Ginger tea helps reduce uncomfortable swelling and itching of the eyes, nose, and throat, which are common symptoms of seasonal allergies. Beyond its anti-inflammatory benefits, ginger is also packed with vitamic C, helping you fight off infection with a delicious taste.
Licorice Root
Soothing licorice root helps with allergic rhinitis due to the active ingredient glycyrrhizic acid, a therapeutic anti-allergy ingredient. This acid in licorice tea reduces hay fever symptoms as well as symptoms of seasonal allergies. The natural ingredients in the licorice plant also contain antioxidant properties, which help protect cells against infection.
Tip: Add a dollop of local honey to your cup of tea to help build up an immunity to seasonal allergies!
Best Allergy Relief Teas
These warm and comforting teas contain herbal ingredients that may help temporarily relieve your pesky allergy symptoms!
Berry Essence
Sips by Davidson's Organic Teas
Why you’ll love this tea
Davidson's Berry Essence combines blueberry, raspberry and blackberry essences with a floral base of rosehips, chamomile, hibiscus and South African rooibos. This fruity blend has sweet, earthy undertones and a floral finish.
Why you’ll love this brand
Based in Reno, Nevada for over 40 years, Davidson's Organic Teas is a third-generation, farm-to-cup tea company that prides itself on offering healthful, organic, high quality teas, herbs and spices. The family-owned company operates nearly a dozen bio-dynamic, organic tea gardens in Darjeeling, India. That means that Davidson's grows, imports, blends, and packages their own tea.
Shop NowOrganic Peppermint Amour
Sips by DAVIDsTEA
Why you’ll love this tea
It's love at first sip with this organic peppermint tea. Said to stimulate passion and creativity, this peppermint is also fair trade, for great taste and good karma. It’s a naturally fresh, cool and comforting herbal tisane. And though it may be totally caffeine-free, that doesn’t mean it won’t awaken your senses.
Why you’ll love this brand
DAVIDsTEA opened their first store in 2008 in Toronto, Canada, with a mission to provide great tea, friendly stores and above-and-beyond customer service. Today they offer over 150 types of teas, including exclusive blends, limited edition seasonal collections, traditional straight teas and exotic infusions from around the globe.
Shop NowRoyal Rooibos
Sips by Steep & Sip
Why you’ll love this tea
Royal Rooibos has nutty, smooth, and sweet-tasting notes. This tea may strengthen hair, act as an anti-inflammatory, reduce stomach pains, keep skin looking healthy, and aid metabolism.
Why you’ll love this brand
Steep & Sip offers organic loose leaf teas that have health and wellness benefits without compromising flavor. Their teas not only taste delicious but each tea is crafted to assist with certain ailments. From boosting the immune system to aiding with sleep, all of their teas will make you feel better than you did before you took a sip.
Shop NowMango Lemon Balm Prebiotic SuperBoost Herbal Tea
Sips by Teeccino
Why you’ll love this tea
Soothe your allergies and chill out with lemon balm, the herb reputed to make you merry! Highlighted with fruity notes from juicy mango over roasted chicory; lightly sweetened with dates and figs.
Why you’ll love this brand
Created by Caroline MacDougall, an award-winning herbal beverage designer, Teeccino satisfies the needs of coffee or tea drinkers who want rich, bold flavor without caffeine or acidity! Their products are brimming with the health benefits and nutrients of various super herbs, and can either be brewed like coffee or steeped like tea.
Shop NowTurmeric Matcha
Sips by Arogya
Why you’ll love this tea
A warm, spicy, invigorating sencha green tea with uplifting citrus notes and smooth matcha with turmeric root. This savory blend of celebrated ingredients delivers vibrant energy and anti-inflammatory qualities.
Why you’ll love this brand
Regarded by many as Connecticut’s finest source for organic and wild-harvested teas, Arogya Tea proudly offers a wide array of organic pure and blended loose leaf teas, tisanes, and exclusive limited edition teas. Only the highest-grade tea leaves are chosen from the most reputable sources throughout the world, resulting in an array of premium hand-picked and organic varietals that are delicious, natural, and free of contaminants.
Shop NowTabula Rasa
Sips by Aesthete Tea
Why you’ll love this tea
Tabula Rasa is a clean slate, blending organic hawthorne, rose and chamomile with allergen-fighting nettle, tulsi, lemon balm, and more. This healthy herbal tea may soothe allergies and is the perfect mindful tea to sip during the day, at night, or whenever you need a reset.
Why you’ll love this brand
Founded by Briana Thornton in 2017, Aesthete Tea & Collective is a Portland-based loose leaf tea brand, specializing in farm direct organic teas and herbal blends. Aesthete Tea’s proprietary tea blends are created by Master Blender Maggie Cassidy, who also happens to be Founder Briana Thornton’s mother. Aesthete maintains a strong mission to know their farmers and source from beautiful farms around the world that share the same values in quality, health and positivity.
Shop NowTulsi Green Tea
Sips by Veda Wellness Teas
Why you’ll love this tea
Feel the power of sacred tulsi herb, blended with aromatic green tea leaves to create a perfect cup that is uplifting and rejuvenating. This tea blend for your allergies contains all-natural, certified organic ingredients.
Why you’ll love this brand
Veda Wellness is an Organic Wellness Teas Brand specializing in creating tea blends inspired by ancient healing traditions of Ayurveda. Their mission is to enhance human well-being through natural means. They believe in power of plants and herbs; they use nature's best herbs to bring you a healthy beverage option that will invigorate your minds and spirits, while leaving you with amazing taste.
Shop NowTremella Tulsi Mushroom Adaptogen Herbal Tea
Sips by Teeccino
Why you’ll love this tea
Aromatic tulsi, with hints of spice accented by precious cardamom, is enhanced with the shimmering snow mushroom, tremella, to support beauty from the inside out. Tremella, the tropical mushroom reputed to promote lasting beauty, is paired with sacred tulsi, also known as Holy Basil, the ‘Queen of Herbs’ for reducing stress in India’s Ayurvedic tradition. Blended with detox-stimulating dandelion root, experience bold, aromatic flavor with adaptogens protecting your mind and body!
Why you’ll love this brand
Created by Caroline MacDougall, an award-winning herbal beverage designer, Teeccino satisfies the needs of coffee or tea drinkers who want rich, bold flavor without caffeine or acidity! Their products are brimming with the health benefits and nutrients of various super herbs, and can either be brewed like coffee or steeped like tea. Their innovative roasted herbal teas range from classic coffee flavors like French Roast and Mocha to fun boutique flavors like Pumpkin Spice and Chocolate Raspberry - great for coffee and tea lovers alike.
Shop NowImmune
Sips by Ahmad Tea
Why you’ll love this tea
Exotic and spicy, this blend balances nettle, lemon verbena and licorice root to create a deliciously stimulating brew that helps lift your spirits. Fortified with vitamin C, turmeric, and ginger root to help support the immune system.
Why you’ll love this brand
Ahmad Tea is a British family business with over four generations of passion for producing the finest teas. Their comprehensive range of classic black teas, delicious fruit teas, healthy green teas, and natural herbal infusions are sold in over 80 countries around the world! Ahmad Tea's mission is to "Inspire Kindness" and improve lives in tea-producing communities by contributing to projects that support healthcare, community development and the environment.
Shop NowBloom
Sips by Steep Echo
Why you’ll love this tea
To thrive, we must continually care for our health. That is why Steep Echo created Bloom - an immune-boosting blend of natural herbs and savory botanicals. Olive leaf pairs with cooling peppermint, echinacea and savory herbs. Hints of cranberry and licorice root round out this minty and herbal tea. Taste the sweetness of health.
Why you’ll love this brand
Steep Echo is a collection of the finest all natural olive leaf teas. Each of the teas brings together hand-harvested organic olive leaf with a collection of natural botanicals curated by the best artisans in the trade. The fusion of these ingredients thoughtfully present a rare blend of detail, depth and nuance that elevates each flavor and accentuates the health benefits of the olive leaf. Their caffeine free blends have been tailored to match any moment. Steep Echo is one of very few tea makers worldwide to exclusively use the olive leaf for its production.
Shop Now* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
WELLNESS TEA SHOP
Discover new wellness teas for you to enjoy, relax, and feel better. Shop caffeine-free teas, herbal teas, and more. Explore our latest tea collections meant to help your overall wellness in areas like skin health, energy, digestion, headaches, allergies, and sore throats. Explore these and more in the new Wellness Tea Shop!
Interested in trying these teas and others? Subscribers receive 4 teas chosen just for them in every box. Learn more about our tea subscriptions.
About Sips by: We’re a female-founded and led startup that makes discovering tea fun, personalized, and affordable. The Sips by Box is the only multi-brand, personalized tea subscription box. Each month, we match tea drinkers across the U.S. with delicious teas from over 150 global tea brands that we’re sure they’ll love. Based out of Austin, Texas, we are adept at savoring a hot mug even when it’s seasonally inappropriate.