Sencha Green & Lemongrass Serve hot or iced and unsweetened. The combination reminds us of being at brunch with friends somewhere charming and airy - like a farm to table patio restaurant! It is so easy to drink and makes a great companion for exercise. Our herbalist explained, "It is just so light and hydrating! If you're out on a bike ride or a hike, Sencha and Lemongrass is one you can chug because it is not too heavy and it is so refreshing!" Ginger Orchard Medley Serve iced with honey and fresh squeezed lime. This blend is a brand new creation from our herbalist and blending team and it is inspired by nature! The spiciness of ginger is mellowed...
June 2020 Hello June! And hello summertime! Are you busting out of your living area, craving some sunshine? I know I am - and I think that's a good thing since sunshine is now known for preventing the spread of Coronavirus - right? Now is such a perfect time to be outside enjoying the sunshine and fresh air! Temperatures are warming up, the sun is shining, bees are pollinating and the iced tea is SO refreshing! Continue reading to see what we're enjoying this month! Tea of the Month: Sencha Green & Lemongrass Sencha Green Tea is a delicate leaf does not like to be steeped in overly hot water, as it can quickly become astringent tasting. When prepared properly it is...
WELLNESS FOR KIDS At OBTC we encourage the love of tea and all things wellness from a young age so that our little ones can build the foundation of a healthy lifestyle early on. However, wellness with kids can be tricky! While we want the kids in our lives to have a passion for health, they generally have other motivations. I reached out to seven-year-old Penelope, our herbalist's daughter, to find out what wellness boosters she loves and why. This is what she said… Loose Leaf Tea First of all, Penelope wanted to make it clear that she likes sweet tea best. Her favorites are Horchata Rooibos, Peppermint with Lemongrass, and Berry with South Indian Black tea. Horchata is...
Lavender Sage Lemonade & Ginger Ingredients: lemon myrtle, lemongrass, lemon peels, sage, lavender, licorice root, marigold flowers and dried ginger root Why we love it: This combination is what you would image drinking to cool down on a hot afternoon. It is a dynamically herbaceous, spicy, and super hydrating blend. Why it is so good for you: This blend is naturally caffeine free so it is one you can enjoy all day long. It is packed with nutrients and minerals, rich in antioxidants, and is a great immunity booster. The ingredients in this blend are particularly great for improving circulation, which improves the function of the cellular system by ensuring your cells are receiving the nutrients and oxygen they need...
TRY THIS FOR YOUR AFTERNOON TEA: Prickly Pear & Lemongrass INGREDIENTS: green rooibos, sencha green tea, hibiscus, pear, safflower, natural flavors and lemongrass HOW TO PREPARE: serve with a spoonful of mesquite honey, a generous squeeze of lime, and poured over ice WHY WE LOVE IT: Prickly Pear has a delicate melon-like sweetness that is livened up with tangy hibiscus; the addition of Lemongrass makes this blend even more bright and refreshing! This combination is very low in caffeine, which makes it a nice blend for the afternoon and early evening. HOW THIS BLEND BOOSTS WELLNESS: Rooibos tea is rich in the antioxidants aspalathin, quercetin, and luteolin. The former has shown to have positive effects on balancing blood sugar levels while the latter two help to kill cancer cells...
