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Leaves, Flowers and all things Spice!

Posted by Anita on May 21, 2011

Nettle LeavesStinging nettle leaves are often used to make a herbal infusion more widely known as Nettle Leaf Tea. Nettle tea is often described as a diuretic and as a result is thought to be an aid … read more

Peppermint - the wonderful hybrid!

Posted by Anita on May 21, 2011

The world didn't start out with peppermint, first, there were spearmint and water mint plants but over time, the two plants crossed pollinated creating the hybrid 'peppermint' as we know it today.Ment … read more

Rooibos Tea, the detective's choice

Posted by Anita on May 21, 2011

What is Rooibos tea? If you haven't tried Rooibos tea, or Redbush tea as it's also known, then you're in for a treat. Rooibos tea is grown in the beautiful region of the Cederberg Mountains, South A … read more

It's all about size

Posted by Anita on May 19, 2011

Tea Leaf Grades. The letters, often seen alongside the name of a black tea, denote the leaf grade of that tea. Whilst this is guide to the quality of the tea, it is worth remembering that different … read more

It all started in China!

Posted by Anita on May 18, 2011

The discovery Today, more tea is drunk around the world than any other beverage. Chinese legend suggests the recognition of its beneficial qualities all started when in 2737 BC, Emperor Shen … read more