
Tisanes can be made from fruit; herbs; flowers and spices and can also
be called infusions. They do not contain any product of the camellia
sinensis and should not be confused with scented or flavoured teas.
Fruit
Also known as children’s teas.
A favourite drink in Europe for many years, fruit blends are a mélange
of dried fruits, flowers and flavours. Since they do not contain actual
tea, they are caffeine-free and present a delicious and healthy alternative
to regular iced teas or fruit drinks.
Black Currant
Bright, refreshing and full of fruit flavour. A delicious and healthy
alternative to regular iced teas or fruit drinks.
Pear bits, currants, black currants, elderberries, strawberry bits,
red currants and natural lemon acid, vitamin c and flavourings.
Bowl of Berries
A rich deep garnet brew, bursting with an abundance of berry flavour.
This blend has hibiscus, bilberries, black currants, blackberries, elderberries,
currants, rose petals and flavourings Magic of Roses
This brew has a rosy hue and is soothing and delicious. A unanimous
favourite with young and old alike. Apple bits; hibiscus; rosehips;
orange peel; rose petals; cornflower blossoms; currants; apricots and
mango bits with natural flavourings.
Passion Fruit Dream Blend
This is a summer special. Just the right combination of fruit flavours
– hibiscus; applebits; rosehips; ornage peel; passion fruit bits;
sunflower petal and natural flavourings.
Winter Pear Garden
Lots of pear pieces gives this a full pear flavour. Natural lemon acid,
vitamin C and flavourings make this a wonderful hot or cold beverage.
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Spice
Melange
Once considered a luxury item in
western civilizations, today spices are much more accessible and very
much desired for their tantalizing tastes. Infuse the spice mélange
for 10 to 15 minutes and experiment with the addition of honey and frothed
milk for a fun chai or latte.
Amaretto
The aroma of amaretto flavourings beckons for a pause to savour this
wonderful scent. This blend has apple pieces, hibiscus , rose hips,
orange peels, enhanced with marzipan and almond pieces.
Chocolate Spice
Full bodied blend with a chocolate taste and a touch of spice. Cocoa
kernels, cinnamon, chicory root bits. cardamom, ginger, cloves, pink
pepper and desiccated coconut.
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Herbal
& Functional Infusions
Beneficial blends of herbs in a
finely balanced composition, refined with delicious fragrances, are
a diverse treat for both young and old. Feeling better can be as simple
as sipping a cup of herbal tea with numerous healing properties.
Arabian Mint Blend
A perfect after dinner or evening brew to aid digestion. This is a blend
of peppermint, spearmint, ginger pieces, orange peel and marigold blossoms.
Full of flavour and aroma.
Chamomile – Egyptian
Specially selected, finest Egyptian chamomile consisting only of the
flower heads. Produces a deep golden infusion and soothing aroma and
flavour. Chamomile is one of the gentlest sleep inducers around.
Echinacea
This is an ancient herbal immune system stimulant, especially known
to fend off sore throats, colds and flu. Helps build the immune system.
Ginger Root
Ginger root can be brewed for a long time. Its warming and stimulating
properties are just what the doctor ordered to head off colds, relieve
nausea and speed up metabolism. Great to use for travel sickness.
Ginseng Root
The ginseng root has been prized in the Orient for thousands of years
as an aphrodisiac and all round health tonic. Improves energy and relieves
stress.
Lavender
This herb is considered a natural remedy for a range of ailments, from
insomnia and anxiety to depression. Lavender can produce a calming and
soothing effect.
Licorice
Licorice root, anise seed, fennel and caraway seeds. Sweet character
with a distinct taste. Another wonderful evening drink if you tend to
have a sweet tooth.
Licorice Root
Immune enhancing. Studies have shown that licorice has proven effective
with chronic fatigue syndrome. Is known to be a mild laxative and has
anti-inflammatory properties. Not for use in high blood pressure.
Memory Aid
A blend of ginkgo leafs; mate; peppermint; Siberian ginseng root; schizandra
berries. An energizing infusion to boost your brain power.
Peppermint
Highest quality, fresh cut-leaf peppermint. Peppermint tea will help
relax inner turmoil and settle upset stomachs. It is also known to relieve
headaches, especially for tensions and menstrual.
Raspberry Leaf Cut
Red raspberry is one of the traditional “women’s herbs”.
Because of its relaxing action, it quickly relieves menstrual cramps
and can even ease hot flashes. This tea helps strengthen the uterine
wall, relieve labour pains and ease childbirth.
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