The Tea Leaf
Herbal Rose Hips
$7.50
The Tea Leaf
Herbal Rose Hips
$7.50
Germany, Black Forest Region
1st grade. Dried and sorted. Mild and fruity with slight pungency (tangy) and sweet pear notes. Tending pink with light rosy notes. Concentrated rose hip contains about as much Vitamin C as a dozen or two oranges. Rose Hips also provide B-complex vitamins A, D, and E, are high in organic iron and calcium and contain measurable amounts of potassium, sulphur, silica and zinc, as well as fructose and tannins. Rose hips are mainly used for infusions. The infusion is considered to be a stimulant, a diuretic and a good treatment for diarrhea. It also reinforces immunity to infectious diseases, as it is high in Vitamin C. This herb also said to ease stress, battles coughs, colds, the flu and is very nourishing to the skin. The bitterness of rose hip is diminished in a hot drink. Rose hips are commonly used as a base for herb and fruit infusions. When blended with hibiscus petals and various other dried fruits the resulting infusion is lively, fruity and loaded with Vitamin C.
Bring water to a boil. 1 tsp per 6 oz cup. Infuse for 5-6 minutes.
Naturally Caffeine Free.
Related products
-
Visit product page →China Yunnan Provence
1st Grade, Hand Sorted, Sliced (1/4 cut). Traditional process, Small batch crafted, Air and sun dried. Tart fresh cleansing with light sweetness. We know the lemon to be a rich source of Vitamin C and may possess effective antioxidant and anti-cancer properties. Add these perfectly air-dried ¼ cut lemon pieces to green or black teas, mix them into your herbal blends, or make a delicate lemony tisane with them on their own. Serve hot or iced for lemonade.
Bring water to a boil. 1 tsp per 6 oz cup. Infuse up to 5-6 minutes.
Naturally Caffeine Free.
-
Visit product page →Spain
Spain 1st Grade, Hand Sorted, Chopped. Traditional process, Small batch crafted, Air and sun dried. Slightly tart with gentle citric notes, very mild character verging on flavour neutral. Very pale yellow. Air dried orange peel. The sweet orange is the world’s most popular citrus fruit. The flesh of the sweet orange contains a blend of sugar and acid. The sugars form during the heat of the daytime and the acids form during the cooler nights. The most flavourful fruit is found in the regions with a wide daily fluctuations of temperature. High in Vitamin C.
Bring water to a boil. 1 tsp per 6 oz cup. Infuse up to 5-10 minutes.
Naturally Caffeine Free.
-
Visit product page →Egypt
Traditional process, Small batch crafted, Air and sun dried. Lightly spicy licorice notes abound. Bright clear with sunshine highlights. Organic. Anise, is one of the older spices in the world still in common use. Anise has been identified as an effective antidote for indigestion. Aside from its dietary benefits, anise is a delicious addition to recipes of all varieties in many cultures. Appetizers, mains, desert and yes, even beverages can be flavoured with the spice. Depending on the quantity used, the flavour ranges from a subtle layer to strong black licorice intertwined with notes of fresh pepper, faint touches of cinnamon and delicate hints of sweetness. We recommend experimenting, by blending our organic anise seeds with your favorite tea to create a custom spicy blend you will fall in love with. Refreshing and clean. A traditional after dinner digestive with a long smooth finish.
Bring water to a boil. 1 tsp per 6 oz cup. Infuse up to 5 -10 minutes.
Naturally Caffeine Free.
-
Visit product page →Thailand
Dried ginger root coarse cut. Field grown. Excellent clean ginger notes with a refreshing ginger hot finish. Clean lingering character. Pale, yellowish liquor. Ginger, the tart knotty root spice, is probably the world’s most commonly used flavour additive. The root serves as the base of recipes in the cuisines of almost every culture in every corner of the world. Its purported medicinal properties, were thought to relieve indigestion, lack of appetite, the common cold, nausea and morning sickness related to pregnancy. Experience the pure ginger character imparted by these dried and chopped pieces by infusing the ginger in boiling water, then adding lemon and honey. The lemon and honey will add a tang to the heat of the ginger that is in a word, divine. Dried ginger pieces make an excellent additive to your favorite tea and herbal blends. A natural refreshing full bodied taste.
Bring water to a boil. 1 tsp per 6 oz cup. Infuse for 5-10 minutes.
Naturally Caffeine Free.
v
