p∙e∙p∙p∙e∙r∙m∙i∙n∙t 🍃 crisp ∙ cool ∙ refreshing 🍃 A Name Derived From Greek Mythology: According to the ancient Greeks, Hades, the god of the underworld, fell in love with a water nymph by the name of Menthe, who lived in one of the five rivers of the underworld. When Persephone, Hades' wife, discovered this she transformed Menthe into a plant for people to trample on. Hades wanted Menthe to be remembered, and in his sorrow and grief he gave Menthe the distinctive fragrance that we now associate with peppermint. HEALING PROPERTIES OF PEPPERMINT Peppermint is known for its primary active ingredient, menthol, which provides a cooling sensation and is an expectorant and decongestant. It is used to help treat many...
l∙e∙m∙o∙n m∙y∙r∙t∙l∙e the queen of the lemon herbs 🌿🍋🌿 Citrus from Down Under: Lemon Myrtle is a rainforest plant grown in the rich subtropical east coast of Australia. For centuries, indigenous people from the subtropics have used rainforest remedies as part of their traditional medicines. Lemon Myrtle has the highest known concentration of citral and calcium in a leaf, contains five times more citral than citrus fruits, and is 50% more pungent than lemongrass! The first thing you notice about Lemon Myrtle is its exquisite citrus aroma, but there is much more to Lemon Myrtle than its fragrance. Lemon Myrtle has some very special health properties: Lemon Myrtle has been found to have anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties, which makes it great...
BELIZEAN SORREL GUAYUSA tangy ∙ rich ∙ subtle cinnamon ∙ vibrant 🌺 🌺 🌺 IN A NUTSHELL: This blend is bold, tangy and sweet with a subtle cinnamon kick! It is antioxidant-rich, energizing and promotes digestion and metabolism. Guayusa is grown in a "chacra", which is essentially a forest garden that resides in this tropical region where there are no fertilizers or chemicals used. In Ecuador, Guayusa is a vital part of the the native Kichwa people's culture and history. This high-caffeine blend captures the essence of breathing in a warm breath of tropical ocean air and being immersed in natural aromas of coconut and hibiscus brought in by the sea breeze. Close your eyes while sipping, and you are instantly lounging on a beach, toes in...
Horchata Rooibos Tea creamy ∙ dessert-like ∙ subtle cinnamon kick IN A NUTSHELL: This blend is our healthy interpretation of the classic Mexican rice-milk beverage, Horchata. Rooibos tea (pronounced ROY-BOSS) is only grown in Cederburg, a small mountainous area in the region of the Western Cape Province of South Africa. This sweet, nutty, and caffeine free brew gives you a delicious dose of antioxidants and acts as your body's own natural detoxifier. This caffeine free blend captures the nostalgic feeling of childhood, especially if you grew up in the Southwest! The simple notes of smooth vanilla and cinnamon mixed with milk remind you that's it's the little things in life that make all the difference. Horchata Rooibos INGREDIENTS: rooibos, cinnamon, and natural...
R∙O∙O∙I∙B∙O∙S naturally sweet ∙ vanilla ∙ subtle nuttiness The South African Bush Tea: Rooibos tea (pronounced ROY-BOSS) is only grown in Cederburg, a small mountainous area in the region of the Western Cape Province of South Africa. This sweet, nutty, and caffeine free brew gives you a delicious dose of antioxidants and acts as your body's own natural detoxifier. DID YOU KNOW? Some rooibos is green and some is red! HERE'S WHY: Green and red rooibos come from the same plant, but the difference is the curing process. Immediately after harvest, green rooibos is lightly steamed to halt oxidation, retaining the green color in the leaves, whereas red rooibos is oxidized. For centuries, South Africans have used this herb for medicinal purposes....
