Lime Bramble

Lemongrass is a tall stalky plant native to SE Asia and a prized culinary ingredient. Beloved for its lemony flavor that stands up well to cooking, lemongrass is also known for its health benefits and has been known to contain inflammation-fighting and anti-anxiety compounds.

Hibiscus flower is cultivated in many coutries around the world including China, Thailand and Egypt. We particularly like the Egyptian variety–it is brighter, fruitier and more exciting. High in vitamin C, hibiscus is tart, deep red, and slightly earthy with concord grape-like characteristics.

Spanish lemon peel is world renowned for its vibrancy and aroma. The second largest producer of lemon in the world, Spain has a long history of cultivating lemon peel production for use in teas and other culinary applications. The peel is dark yellow with a distinct fruity quality to it. It’s bright, floral and slightly bread-like in flavor.

Lemon Myrtle is commercially grown in Eastern Australia and the evergreen bush can be cultivated multiple times per year. It provides the unmistakable citrus notes in our Fez, Meadow, and Big Hibiscus teas.

Licorice root comes from a herbaceous perennial that has been used medicinally for thousands of years in both the East and West. In modern times it has also become used as an ingredient in various tea blends. Licorice root is utilized to give body and sweetness to our holiday blend, Silent Night.

This beautiful flower from Southeast Asia is known as “blue tea” for good reason. Upon steeping, the delicate petals of the flower impart a vibrant blue to your cup. An interesting aspect of the tea is the liquid will change color based on the pH level. Add a squeeze of lemon or lime and watch the sea of blue turn purple right before your eyes.