1 - 2 teaspoons in 8 oz of hot water for 5 - 10 minutes
HERBAL TISANES:
a history and guide to tisanes
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Tisanes are often referred to as herbal teas, but tisanes actually don't contain any tea leaves at all! The word "tisane" is derived from the Greek term, ptisanē. That word is used to describe a medicinal drink. Tisanes are made of things like herbs, flowers, spices, and fruit pieces, and humans have used these ingredients to make herbal teas since the dawn of time.
The earliest record of the use of tisanes takes place during the third century AD. Writings about tisanes were recorded by Hua T’o, a Chinese physician known for creating some of the first herbal treatments and anesthetics using medicinal plants.
The use of tisanes can also date back to ancient Egypt in 1550 BC. Chamomile was one of the first known ingredients to make a tisane, as it was used to honor Egyptian gods, embalm the dead, and cure the sick.
TIMELESS TISANES AND THEIR HEALTH PROPERTIES:
Peppermint is invigoratingly fresh with subtle earthy notes! It is soothing for many common ailments, but is especially great for soothing a headache, calming the mind, freshening breath, and boosting resistance to sickness.
BREW TIPS:
Peppermint is lovely served hot or iced and unsweetened or with a spoonful of honey.
Try blending with Lemongrass, Sencha Green Tea, Guayusa, or Mocha Mate.
STEEP:
1 - 2 teaspoons in 8 oz of hot water for 5 - 10 minutes
Hibiscus is a flower that is vibrantly tart and cranberry-like in flavor! It is hydrating and rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, and may help lower blood pressure. Hibiscus is also known to reduce inflammation, fight infection, support weight management and boost immunity.
BREW TIPS:
Hibiscus is refreshing served iced with a spoonful of honey! Try blending with Prickly Pear or Strawberry Mojito tea!
STEEP:
1 - 2 teaspoons in 8 oz of hot water for 5 - 10 minutes
Ginger is spicy and bold! It is a warming tea that will help soothe digestive upset, promote circulation, and provide an antioxidant boost! Did your mom ever give you ginger-ale when you were feeling sick as a kid? There's a reason why! Ginger can also alleviate nausea.
BREW TIPS:
This blend is lovely served hot or iced with a spoonful of honey and fresh squeezed lemon!
Try blending with White Peach to add a juicy peach flavor!
STEEP:
1 - 2 teaspoons in 8 oz of hot water for 5 minutes
FLORAL BASED HERBAL TISANES TO TRY:
FRUIT BASED HERBAL TISANES TO TRY:
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