Boiling the water, waiting for the tea to infuse, adding milk and sugar to taste…it all has something hypnotic and relaxing about it. Vincci The Mint now adds minty freshness to this British tradition, as it brings this popular ritual to Madrid’s Gran Vía.
One day in the 1840s, at the height of the Victorian era, the Duchess of Bedford woke up after a post-lunch 40 winks and noticed she was feeling rather peckish. The Duchess ordered her servants to prepare her a cup of tea, along with some pastries and a few small sandwiches – the idea went down so well she then invited her friends round to repeat the process. It’s said this is the origin of afternoon tea, a truly British ritual, originally only available to the upper classes, but which over time spread throughout the population, and is now being brought, reinvented with the freshness of mint, straight from the heart of London to Madrid’s Gran Vía, thanks to Vincci The Mint 4*.
5pm in the afternoon, and it’s the perfect time to take a break and enjoy a moment of relaxation, with one of the main themes being the minty freshness that characterises the hotel and can be found in every corner from the moment you step inside, including the various shades of green to the careful design of every area. That’s why the star of the show of “Peppermint Tea Time” at Vincci The Mint is mint tea, which in addition to its fresh flavour has multiple beneficial properties, helping to reduce anxiety and ensure a healthy digestion.
“Peppermint Tea Time” also offers others varieties of teas, catering to every taste, and sweet and savoury homemade snacks, carefully crafted by the hotel staff. Choose from:
- Homemade cake
- Homemade biscuits
- Salmon, cream cheese and dill sandwich
- Roast beef with huancaína sauce sandwich
- Selection of teas
- Glass of cava
RRP: 18.00€
The selection of teas:
- Polar Mint: An exclusive mix of exceptional quality European mint leaves, with organic apple mint from Austria, peppermint, spearmint, rosehip seeds and a touch of liquorice.
- Berry Fields: Black tea combined with a whimsical, embracing mix of wild fruit, apple and beetroot.
- Golden Camomile: Invigorating, digestive cinnamon herbal tea, with apple chunks and camomile. Caffeine free.
- Dream Tea: Green tea with a subtle and surprising mix of cornflower blossoms, tree mallow, sunflower and rose petals. This mix of ingredients makes it the perfect detox blend.
“Peppermint Tea Time” is perfect to spend an agreeable moment with friends, with great conversation, or to enjoy a moment’s relaxation on one’s own, in the company of a good book. A break from Madrid’s bustling Gran Vía, in this hotel designed by renowned interior designer Jaime Beriestain, who has respected the essence of the building constructed between 1916 and 1919, integrating the existing classical elements with the cutting edge style of this innovative concept hotel.
You’ll be delightfully surprised by its originality as soon as you walk in, with the minty green and turquoise tones ever-present. There’s no place for a traditional reception at Vincci The Mint 4*, where your experience starts by checking-in at the bar, in a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere.
Every nook and cranny of the hotel is aimed at creating a bright, appealing space, allowing you to enjoy all the attractions of the heart of Madrid from the interior itself. Vincci The Mint is inspired by the concept “FRESH&MUSIC” where the freshness of mint reaches every corner of one of Madrid’s newest hotels and leisure spaces.