Highlights
- Parts used: Leaves
- Origin: South Africa
- Cultivation: Certified Organic & Kosher Certified
Description
This tea boasts a rich, slightly sweet flavour, perfect for creating a soothing beverage.
Ce thé possède une saveur riche et légèrement sucrée, idéale pour créer une boisson apaisante.
How to Brew Herbal Teas
Hot Brew:
1. Heat water to 205 F - not boiling, to avoid bitterness.
2. Measure 1 tablespoon of herbal tea per 8 oz (240 mL) of water.
3. Steep the tea for 5 to 7 minutes, depending on your taste preference.
4. Remove the leaves and enjoy your warm, soothing cup.
Cold Brew (Hot-to-Iced Method):
1. Heat water to 205 F.
2. Use 2 tablespoons of herbal tea per 8 oz (240 mL) of water.
3. Steep for 5 to 7 minutes.
4. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
5. Pour over ice and serve chilled.
INFUSIONS are for plant materials that are relatively fragile (leaves, fruits, seeds, flowers and roots with high volatile oils like Valerian or Goldenseal). Place a tight fitting lid over the tea, and allow to steep for 10-20 minutes, or overnight – depending on the flavour and strength you wish.
DECOCTIONS are like infusions, but are used when the plant material is tenacious (such as roots, barks, nuts and non-aromatic seeds). This method makes very concentrated teas, so the plant material can be used 2-3 times before discarding. Bring water to a boil. Add herb to boiling water, cover with tight fitting lid, and allow to simmer on low heat for 15-20 mins. Remove from heat and strain.
How to brew when your blend has both fragile and tenacious herbs?
You do both methods! First decoct your roots, barks or seeds as described above. Turn off the heat, and then add the leaves/flowers and leave to steep for as long as you desire.
100% pure certified organic Aspalathus linearis leaves.
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