Take trip to the spa in a cup! This soothing blend of aromatic Lemongrass and calming Camomile will help you melt away the day. CAFFEINE FREE!!!. Stop for a moment and see if you can think of a tea that even sounds more relaxing than Camomile Lemongrass…This simply is no doubt one of our most daydream inducing herbal blends. But besides sending you off to la-la land, Camomile and Lemongrass have many other uhm, powers, for lack of a better word.
Organic Camomile Lemongrass Herbal Tea
Cup Characteristics:Light and flavourful lemon character tempered with spring fresh hints of apple and camomile. Very refreshing!
This herbal blend is a mixture of two flowers. Although its original goal was to be a beautiful, nice tasting herbal, we discovered that it had great calming properties. We love how this tisane calms you down after a very busy day at the office.
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 5-7 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
This is a delicious blend of caffeine free rooibos from South Africa Dessert in a cup. Its a Sweet blend with Chocolate and Mint overtones. Replace your afternoon or late night sugar fix with this calorie and sugar free alternative with antioxidants. Taste just like a Thin Mint Cookie
Cup Characteristics: Dramatic mint notes tempered with and a hint of chocolate.
One of out best selling all year round tea! Spicy and fresh aroma, outdoorsy and cozy, with a balanced tangy flavor and slightly sweet finish. Perfect to sip while decking the halls, being jolly, or dreaming of a white Christmas
Christmas Spice Black Tea
Cup Characteristics: This blend of bright, tangy Ceylon black tea flavored with warm cinnamon, pungent cloves, and orange peels
Infusions: Bright and Coppery
Ingredients: Luxury black tea, Cinnamon, clover, nutmeg, and orange Natural flavours
This delicious Orange Pekoe black tea is flavored with cinnamon, spice and everything nice and is sure to make your Holidays merry and bright!
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 3-5 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
Our Decaf Apricot Black tea combines the sweet flavor of ripe summer apricots with the tangy bright taste of decaf Ceylon black tea. Soft, mellow mouthfeel, succulent flavor and balanced astringency.
Decaf Apricot Ceylon Black Tea
Cup Characteristics: The rich, sweet and elegant flavor of apricots is infused with our blend of black tea from Ceylon, and enhanced with dried blossoms that creates a refreshing cup of tea.
Infusions: Bright and Coppery
Ingredients: Luxury decaffeinated black tea, and natural flavors.
The rich, sweet and elegant flavor of apricots is infused with our blend of black teas from Kenya, Ceylon, and Indonesia and enhanced with dried blossoms that creates a refreshing cup of tea. Delicious hot or over ice. an absolutely delicious tea.
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 3-5 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
One of out best selling all year round tea! Spicy and fresh aroma, outdoorsy and cozy, with a balanced tangy flavor and slightly sweet finish. Perfect to sip while decking the halls, being jolly, or dreaming of a white Christmas.
Decaf Christmas Spice Black Tea
Cup Characteristics: This blend of bright, tangy Ceylon black tea flavored with warm cinnamon, pungent cloves, and orange peels
Infusions: Bright and Coppery
Ingredients: Luxury black tea, Cinnamon, clover, nutmeg, and orange Natural flavours
This delicious Orange Pekoe black tea is flavored with cinnamon, spice and everything nice and is sure to make your Holidays merry and bright!
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 3-5 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
A full flavoury cup of tea tending bright with excellent Earl Grey notes from natural oil of bergamot. The true Earl Grey taste without the caffeine.
Decaf Earl Grey Black Tea
Cup Characteristics: A full flavoury cup of tea tending bright with excellent Earl Grey notes from natural oil of bergamot.
Infusions: Tending bright and coppery notes.
Ingredients: Luxury decaffeinated black tea, Cornflower petals natural flavors.
Unwind with this organic rendition of Earl Grey, always aromatic and full of flavor. blended oil of Italian bergamot black tea that's been gently decaffeinated using carbon dioxide, the only certified organic method. It's clean and bright with deep citrus notes to refine your outlook anytime. – an absolutely delicious tea.
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 3-5 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
Delightfully fresh fruity apple character with delicious cinnamon notes. Brewing a pot of this tea is like baking an apple pie in a teapot – an absolutely delicious tea.
Decaf English Breakfast Tea
Cup Characteristics: A full-bodied tea with some fruity notes.
Infusions: Cup tends bright, consistent with high quality tea.
Ingredients: Decaffeinated black tea.
Simply put, this is a wonderful tea. The blend is based on FP leaf from Sri Lanka‟s Dimbula region, harvested high up in the mountains above Colombo. Our supplier is one of the country‟s premium growers and has been supplying us with tea for decades. For a decaf, the cup is decidedly self-assured with lovely floral notes, medium body, balanced astringency and long finish. (The cup is so good it has actually fooled professional tea tasters into believing it was untreated.) A wonderful all-day breakfast tea that opens wonderfully with milk.
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 3-5 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
This decaffeinated tea offers the lushness of a fancy ripe peach seasoned with the tingle of spicy ginger. This fresh and flavorful cup will make the head wiggle with delight. For thousands of years, the peach has been China's darling of longevity.
Decaf Ginger Peach Black Tea
Cup Characteristics: This best-selling tea offers sweet lushness of a fancy peach with the tingle of spicy ginger.
Infusions: Bright and Coppery
Ingredients: Luxury decaffeinated black tea,ginger and Natural flavors.
Juicy, ripe Georgia peaches with just the right amount of Asian ginger spice add a wonderful flavor sensation to one of our most popular and best selling black tea
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 3-5 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
Almost nothing is like ripe peaches in the summer. Enjoy this decaf black tea scented with fresh peach flavors.
Decaf Summer Peach Black Tea
Cup Characteristics: Bright decaf Ceylon black tea flavored with ripe summer peaches. Sweet, delightful peach fragrance, lingering floral aromas as you sip.
Infusions: Bright and Coppery
Ingredients: Cup Luxury decaffeinated Black Tea, and natural flavors.
Midsummer's Peach Tea is a premium luxury black tea with a strong peach taste – an absolutely delicious tea.
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 3-5 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
A decaffeinated green tea with a smooth, sweet and toasty brew. A simple flavor but a good no-caffeine alternative.
Decaf Sencha Green Tea
Cup Characteristics: This tea produces a rich savory cup.
Infusions:Bright, light colored cup.
Ingredients: Organic green tea
A great decaf alternative.Nilgiri teas are grown in the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala, in South India. The teas are grown among the Nilgiris, or "Blue Mountains" which are known for the bluish mists which veil the region and the rare blue Kurinji flowers which blossom throughout the Nilgiris once every twelve years.
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to less than boil(180-183 degrees). Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 2-4 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly less than boiled(180-183 degrees) water over the tea. Steep for 2-4 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
This appealing house blend of orange peel, goji berries, organic lemon myrtle, organic ginger root, lemon honeybush and fennel seed brews up a robust golden orange liquor that warms you from the inside out. Sweet lemon rolls over your tongue with the sensation of cooling menthol, and a hint of pepper remains on the palate in a pleasingly unique aftertaste.
Naturally caffeine free, Detoxify Me Organic blend is a great way to relax and rejuvenate.
A herbal symphony with delicious and refreshing ginger hot finish.
Cup Characteristics: Excellent clean ginger notes with a refreshing ginger hot finish.Clean lingering character...
Ingredients: Organic Ginger Root , smaller sifted Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 5-7 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’
Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
T lovely deep red infusion similar to grenadine with a taste close to lemonade. Tea uses - Hibiscus petals are commonly used as a base for herb and fruit infusions. When blended with rosehips and various other dried fruits the resulting drink is lively, fruity and Vitamin C and A healthy.
Organic Hibiscus Herbal Tea
Cup Characteristics: A lovely deep red infusion similar to grenadine with a taste close to lemonade
Infusions: Tending light and yellowish
Ingredients: Luxury Organic hibiscus
There are more than 200 species of hibiscus. The type used for tea is Abelmoschus or Sabdariffa. Hibiscus is rich in Vitamin A and C and beta-carotene making it a good antioxidant. Many purport that its health benefits are: Replaces electrolytes and quenches thirst during and after athletic endeavors. Eases symptoms of colds, flu and coughs,and lowers blood pressure!
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 5-7 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
A herbal symphony with delicious mint notes and hints of peach and spice.
Port Jeff Waterfront Herbal Tea
Cup Characteristics: A herbal symphony with delicious mint notes and hints of peach and spice. Cleansing finish
Infusions: Reddish orange to full color (depends on brewing time and quantity used)
Ingredients: Luxury Rooibos, Peppermint, Spearmint, Ginger, Rosehip, Rose & Osmanthus petals, Apple & Almond pieces, Hibiscus, Natural flavors
So why would a cup of this tea have raised the spirits of all those involved? Well, there are a few reasons. The first is Peppermint, which gives the blend a spicy fresh profile. Peppermint has long been associated with relaxation – native tradition holds that it was a great way to soothe muscles and calm nerves – so who wouldn’t feel better? Next are the rose petals that weave a delectable floral character through the cup. Since time immemorial Roses have been given as pick-me-up gifts - we figure including them in an herbal tea ought to have the same affect. Next up is ginger. Ginger’s heat adds a layer of vitality to the blend that is sure to get the taste buds reeling and synapses firing with positive energy. Then there is the Osmanthus and Hibiscus, both flowers known for their pleasant aromas and inspiring flavors. Rounding out the blend are apple and almond, both packed with vitamins and protein to get the body feeling great and the mellow herbal character of South African Rooibos, packed with Iron, Zinc and more.
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 5-7 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
The best quality Camomile comes from the Nile Delta in Egypt. Chamomile makes a pleasant aromatic tea with a fruity flavor, enhanced by sugar or honey. It is often sipped for relief of health problems ranging from toothache to nervousness. Camomile has also been noted as beneficial for soothing headaches and is a natural relaxing herb known to assist the restless and those suffering from insomnia.
Organic Egyptian Chamomile Herbal Tea
Cup Characteristics: Very aromatic with a fruity tending floral flavor
Infusions: Tending light and yellowish
Ingredients: Luxury egyptian camomile
In many circles Camomile is called nighty night tea or sleepy tea on account of its natural properties, which promote restfulness and drowsiness. Very aromatic with a fruity tending floral flavor.
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 5-7 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
Spearmint, mentha spicata, is also known as garden mint, balm mint, or Notre-Dame mint, is one of the most well known and commonly found varieties. It’s narrow leaves are deep green and its flowers are grouped together in pointed ‘spearhead’ formation. Spearmint is highly appreciated for its digestive properties and its ability to relieve nausea especially due to motion sickness. Quite often it is also used to find relief from headaches and tension. Piquant with a mouth-tingling fresh and lively character.
Organic Spearmint Herbal Tea
Cup Characteristics: Pungent, cool, fresh, menthol
Infusions: Tending yellowish green with a bright green infused leaf
Ingredients: Organic Spearmint leaves
Mint is lovely when blended with lime, but also works marvelously with balm, green anise, vervain, orange blossom and licorice. Mint is a traditional drink in North Africa and the Middle East and is always served to welcome friends, family or visitors from afar. It is very often prepared using green tea - generally gunpowder tea.
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 5-7 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!
The Lavender Caffeine Free Herbal Tea blend from Tibet with an agreeable floral flavor. It can be mixed with other teas to add a distinctive aroma and taste. It also has many other uses.
Herbalists recommend lavender to treat migraines, ease digestive spasms, and for certain respiratory problems.
Country of Origin: Tibet
Cup Characteristics: Growing high in the Plateau's of Tibet this lavender is very sweet and fragrant. Blends well with Chamomile and other teas.
Peppermint is an herb and contains no caffeine. Quite often peppermint is consumed after meals as the oils stimulate the flow of bile to the stomach and helps relieve gas pains. Additionally, it has been reported and written that peppermint sweetens the breath and calms the digestive system, plus it helps heartburn, stomach ache and nausea.
Organic Peppermint Herbal Tea
Cup Characteristics: Pungent, cool, fresh, menthol
Infusions: Tending yellowish green with a bright green infused leaf
Ingredients: Organic Peppermint leaves
The best peppermint comes from the northwestern United States. The pure, moist mountain air of the spring and early summer growing season gives this peppermint some of the highest volatile oil counts of any member of the mint family. Generally (dependent upon weather patterns) the second cut (takes place during mid/end August) is the most flavorful, coolest and most pungent, (literally takes your breath away and makes your eyes water).
Hot Tea Method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 teaspoon of tea for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 5-7 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Even though milk and a dash of sugar help enhance the flavor character on this tea, it is perfectly acceptable to consume this tea ‘straight-up’ Iced Tea Method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 teaspoons of tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. [A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to double the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water]. Please note that this tea may tend to go cloudy or ‘milky’ when poured over ice; a perfectly normal characteristic of some high quality black teas and nothing to worry about!