Herbal Teas - Teabags

A crimson coloured brew that makes a delicious, fruity and intensely sour hot beverage. Great for unwinding after a long cold day or as a chilled summer drink - in a tall glass with ice

Alfalfa has long been utilized by both humans and animals for its beneficial nutritive and medicinal properties. This perennial herb is native to Asia, but can now be grown in many parts of the world.

Peppermint has been valued since the time of the ancient Egyptians for both its flavour and vast medicinal properties. It is currently one of the most common, and agreeable herbal teas.

Blended, these herbs complement each other well, creating a unique and appealing flavour.

Alfalfa has long been utilized by both humans and animals for its beneficial nutritive and medicinal properties. This perennial herb is native to Asia, but can now be grown in many parts of the world.

Plague epidemics during the tenth century in France saw some of the first recorded uses of Angelica. Apparently, the secrets of this ancient herb were besttowed upon a monk by Archangel Raphiel, whom Angelica was later named after.

All parts of Angelica can be eaten, but the roots are usually used in folk medicine; they make a good poultice, linament, or a powerful herb tea.

This annual herb, native to the Mediterranean region, is an ancient spice cultivated by the Egyptians and later by the Greeks and Arabs. The early Arabic name for Anise was "anysum" from which the present day name is derived. In the ninth century, Anise was grown on royal British estates and became of such value that its import was taxed.

Today Anise grows around the world in temperate regions. It is commonly used as a liqueur flavouring, a spice, and a great tea with a slight Licorice taste and aroma.

The Artichoke is one of the world's oldest vegetables, with its uses as a food and medicinal herb dating back to the 4th century B.C.The ancient Greeks and Romans considered artichokes a "noble" vegetable only to be consumed by the nobility and rich.

Artichokes are considered to be high in fiber and antioxidants. The "vegetable" we eat is the plant's flower bud, whilethe leaves are used for medicinal benefits, not their taste. Artichoke leaves have a strong and unique flavour, which is mellowed by Lemongrass in this tea blend.

Astragalus is one of the most famous herbs used traditionally in China. The long oval leaves have a feathery appearance and the Astragalus puts forth handsome bell shaped flowers with pale yellow petals. The root, which is used in herbal preparations, has a yellowish white interior and faint sweet taste. Enjoy!

Bilberry has been recognized for its medicinal effects since the 12th century, when women used the berries to promote good health. The berries were once considered a cure for scurvy because of their high vitamin content.

During World War II, British Royal Air Force pilots would have a good helping of Bilberry jam just prior to a mission to improve their night vision. It was not until nearly 20 years later that scientists began to study the possibility that Bilberry might actually have a beneficial effect on vision.

Various species of Bilberry grow throughout cooler areas of North America and eastern Europe in acidic, open areas. This hearty plant loves barren terrain and looks and tastes much like common low-bush blueberries. Bilberry is a low deciduous bush with small, bright green, shortly-stalked oval leaves with serrated edges.

Bilberry has been recognized for its medicinal effects since the 12th century when women used the berries to promote good health. The leaves of non-flowering plants are used medicinally.

Native Americans called Black Cohosh "squaw root," suggesting a rich tradition of use in the maintenance of female reproductive health.

Associated with the rich deciduous forests of eastern North America, Black Cohosh is a member of the butter-cup family. Its name is derived from an Algonquin word associated with pregnancy. Today it is widely used in domestic practice for women.

Blackberry has been in use throughout the world for ages. The ancient Greeks and Romans used the leaves and roots for their medicinal properties both internally and topically and prized the fruit as a delicacy. In the New World, the same was true of our indigenous peoples.

Blackberry leaf tea doesn't taste like blackberries at all, it tastes more like black tea thanks to the special fermentation process. The tea is flavourful, high in tannins, and contains no caffeine, which explains why it's often used as a tea substitute

Widely cultivated in the middle ages, Blessed Thistle is a native of the Mediterranean region, and can now be found in much of the northern hemisphere. It loves to grow in the full sunshine, has prickly leaves and yellow flowers with red highlights.

Today, Blessed Thistle is often cultivated in Europe as a medicinal herb and for its oil yielding seed. Its popularity is on the rise due to its unique properties and recognition of old herbal wisdom.
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This annual plant grows wild in the Mediterranean. A favourite of honey bees, Borage used to be grown by beekeepers to boost their honey production.

Its edible young leaves have a cucumber-like taste and aroma, often used in salad and dishes. Our great grandmothers candied its striking star shaped blue flowers and use them as decorations on cakes and tarts.

Burdock has a long history of use as a cultivated vegetable and medicine. This Russian native now grows as a weed in much of North America and Europe.
Growing 2-5 feet tall, with a thick woody stem and deep roots, you can spot Burdock in country pastures and along fencerows. It is recognized by its purple flowers and round burrs that are known for sticking to hikers clothing.

Burdock has a bitter and sweet flavour which makes for a delicious tea.