Herbal Teas - Teabags

Stevia is a small shrub native to portions of Paraguay and Brazil. Native indians of the Guarani Tribe appear to have used the leaves since pre-Columbian times.
Today stevia's active compounds are extracted for use in many foods in foreign countries. The herb in these teabags is in it's raw form and is your natural source. Enjoy!

The use of mint is documented in the Bible and in herbal manuals of ancient apothecaries. In those times, mint was a different plant closely related to the bland “horse mint” or “wild mint.” It is only through thousands of years of horticulture that we now have such a potently aromatic and invigorating herb as Spearmint.

Spearmint is appreciated chiefly for its high oil content and “double mint” flavour. We owe a debt of gratitude to our forbearers for giving us this wonderful and luscious plant.

Skullcap is a member of the mint family, and derives its name from the cap-like appearence of the flowers. This true species, found only in North America, is also known as Mad-Dog Skullcap. Another species of Skullcap, Backal Skullcap, grows in China and Russia. Care should be taken that these, and other species, are not substituted for true Skullcap, as they have different properties.

Because of our organic audit trail, you can be sure that this is the true species of Skullcap: Scutellaria lateriflora.

The use of Senna as an herb apparently predates written records. Senna is native to Arabia and Somolia but it now grows in most tropical parts of the world where there is rich soil.
Senna is frequently combined with aromatic herbs such as Cinnamon, Ginger, Anise, and Fennel. In this tea, we have combined it with tart Lemongrass to add a zesty kick to this powerful herb.

The use of Senna as an herb apparently predates written records. Senna is native to Arabia and Somolia but it now grows in most tropical parts of the world where there is rich soil.

Senna is frequently combined with aromatic herbs such as Cinnamon, Ginger, Anise, and Fennel. In this tea, we have combined it with premium Cranberries and tart Hibiscus for a tasty dose of herbal goodness.

The use of Senna as an herb apparently predates written records. Senna is native to Arabia and Somolia but it now grows in most tropical parts of the world where there is rich soil.

This Senna, also called Alexandria Senna, reaches up to 3 feet in height and has pale green stems with brittle, olive green leaflets, which are usually consumed as a tea. Senna is frequently combined with aromatic herbs such as Cinnamon, Ginger, Anise, and Fennel. Try adding fruit to make a tasty treat.

Sarsaparilla is the root of a woody vine found in Mexico, Jamaica and Central America. Its name is derived from the Spanish for shrub and little vine.

When anthropologists began coming to the new world they found Sarsaparilla in heavy use among Amazon natives. It later gained large scale popularity in the US in the 1800's.

The taste of this tea later prompted the creation of "Root Beer." Try adding a touch of sweetener to make a mug of your own brew.

This European native puts forth an abundance of small yellow flowers on, or near, the proposed birthday of John the Baptist (May 24th), and is so named “St. John’s Wort.”

Well known, and used by ancient apothecaries, St. John’s Wort enjoyed rigorous use through the middle ages right up until the middle of the 20th century. Today, it is increasing in popularity after many studies have confirmed its historic uses.

Vietnamese Cinnamon (a species of Cassia) makes a robust cup with a strong Cinnamon aroma and flavour like hot cinnamon candies, but surprisingly refined. It is a wonderfully spicy and sweeet tea that is perfect for winter nights

Sage is a perennial member of the mint family, native to the northern shores of the Mediterranean. Much more than a culinary delight, Sage was an active part of the medicine cabinet of the ancient Romans. Manuscripts of monks from the 10th and 11th centuries document

Sage as an honoured herb among apothecaries. In medieval Europe, Sage tea was a favourite hot beverage and was often added to ale.

Today, Sage is popular as an aromatic tea as well as a culinary herb.
Enjoy!

Rosemary has been associated since ancient times with remembrance, faithfulness, and love. It was first grown in England in the 14th century.

An old English wives tale exists that this plant will only flourish in the garden of a household where the “mistress” is really the “master.”

Colonists brought Rosemary to the New World where it is now a renowned culinary herb and is taken as a great tea.

Native to Russia, the Rose was spread around the world quickly because of its lovely flowers and sour fruit. It became more prominent in the Second World War as a food source.

Rose Hips are the fruit of the rose bush, which appear after the flowers have withered; all roses produce them. They are small, hard, red berries with many seeds, and wonderful tart flavour.

Rose Hip tea tastes fruity, a little sour, and spicy. It makes a great tea, hot or cold. Rose Hips also combine well with other herbs like Lemongrass in our Rose Hip Lemongrass tea. Enjoy!

Spicy, robust, and full of flavour, this blend of Ginger and green (unfermented) Rooibos is a great pick-me-up to enjoy anytime of day.
Rooibos is native to the mountainous regions of South Africa. Its leaves are harvested in late summer and immediately dreied to prevent the fermentation (oxidation) process. No fermentation makes this green Rooibos tea more mild and soothing that traditional Rooibos varieties and leaves more antioxidants for your health.

Rooibos (also known as Red bush or Red tea) is a native of the mountainous regions of South Africa. Its long needle-like leaves turn a brick red color when bruised. Rooibos is low in tannins and is caffeine-free, but has high levels of antioxidants, even compared to green tea.

We've blended organic Roobios with Lemongrass and Stevia to create a refreshing lemony pick-me-up.

Great brewed hot and even better on ice.