Camomile & Rose herbal tea has a light-bodied, fruity character with a smooth, delicate rose taste. Totally caffeine-free, this very pretty blend is perfect for any time of day and would be a great tea to offer with afternoon tea.
Camomile & Rose Herbal Tea - Loose
| Light-bodied, fruity character with a smooth, delicate rose taste. | |
| Luxury Egyptian Camomile, Rose Petals. | |
| Egypt. | |
| 6-8 Mins 1/Cup 100°C |
Tea Facts
- Ingredients: Luxury Egyptian Camomile Flowers, Dried Rose Petals.
- Leaves: 1st Grade, Field Grown, Sundried.
- Latin/ Botanical Names: Camellia sinensis, Centaurea cyanus.
- Grown: Nile River Delta, Egypt
- Aroma: Slightly fruity with light floral notes.
- Infused Colour: Tending rosy pink.
- Caffeine: None
- Harmonisation Codes: All weights: 21069000
Serving Guide
- Tea Menu: Popular
- Per 250ml Cup: 1 heaped teaspoon (approx. 1.5g)
- Water: Use freshly filtered, boiling water. Pour over leaves.
- Brewing Time: 6 – 8 minutes; we prefer 8 minutes for full flavour.
- Milk & Sugar: We don't recommend adding milk. Add sugar, honey, or lemon to suit taste preferences.
Health Benefits
- Protection: Both chamomile and rose are known for their antioxidant properties, which help protect the body against chronic disease. (1), (2)
- Nutrition: Despite minimal vitamin C retention when brewed, rose tea is rich in other beneficial compounds. The nutrients and herbal compounds in rose petals contribute to its overall beneficial effects on health. (3)
- Digestion: Chamomile is reported to aid digestion with its anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties. (4)
- Mind: Chamomile tea is well-known for its capabilities to diminish anxiety and depression. This is largely due to its rich flavonoid content, which significantly contributes to its soothing effects. (5)
- (1) Phytochemical insights and antioxidant capabilities of rose cultivars
- (2) Chamomile: A herbal medicine of the past with a bright future.
- (3) Rose Tea: Is It Good For You?
- (4) A review of the bioactivity and potential health benefits of chamomile tea.
- (5) A Comprehensive Study of Therapeutic Applications of Chamomile.
