
Loose Leaf Tea - Peppermint, 250g or 1kg
Peppermint tea uses pungent, refreshing, premium-cut peppermint leaves to give a delicious menthol taste and is a refreshing drink that is also good for your health in many ways. Totally caffeine-free,...
Peppermint tea uses pungent, refreshing, premium-cut peppermint leaves to give a delicious menthol taste and is a refreshing drink that is also good for your health in many ways. Totally caffeine-free, it bursts with minty flavour.
Origins of Peppermint Tea
Peppermint (Mentha Piperita) is a cross between watermint (Mentha aquatica) and spearmint (Mentha spicata). The plant is from Europe and the Middle East, and people have used it for a long time for its health benefits and to add flavour to food and drinks.
Peppermint Tea was first known to have been drunk in Ancient Egypt, where dried peppermint leaves were found in many pyramids. The Greeks and Romans also used peppermint to flavour their wines and aid digestion after a meal.
Growing Regions
Peppermint is a versatile plant that can grow in many places around the world, including Europe, Asia, and North America. But the United States, and especially the state of Washington, is considered one of the best places to grow peppermint. This area has a good climate, rich soil, and a lot of rain, which makes it a great place to grow high-quality peppermint plants.
Taste And Health Benefits
Peppermint's chemical structure includes compounds like menthol, menthone, and limonene, giving it unique flavour and health benefits. Peppermint tea is often chosen as a soothing drink because it tastes cool, refreshing, and just slightly sweet and is good for your health in several ways, including:
- Help for stomach problems like indigestion, bloating, and gas
- Relief from headache and migraine symptoms
- Help with breathing, especially for people with asthma or sinus congestion
- Relief from menstrual cramps and pain
- Strengthening the immune system and fighting off colds and flu
Peppermint: What you should know
Peppermint tea has many health benefits, but knowing about any risks and warnings is important. Drinking Peppermint may worsen Gastrooesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) symptoms because it can relax the lower esophagal sphincter, making acid reflux worse.
Also, people with gallstones or gallbladder problems should talk to their doctor before drinking peppermint since it could worsen their condition. Pregnant or nursing women should also be careful and consult their medical practitioner before drinking peppermint because of its relaxant properties.
How to Prepare Peppermint Tea
- Loose leaf serving portion: Around 1.5g per 250 ml cup
- Water temperature: Boiling - 100° C
- Brewing Time: 6–8 minutes
Ethical Tea Partnership
We source all our teas through member organisations of the Ethical Tea Partnership. The Ethical Tea Partnership has a goal to provide consumers with a totally transparent perspective on where tea is grown and manufactured. All aspects of the quality of lives for those living and working on tea estates is covered including fair compensation health coverage, housing and childcare.
Pack Size |
250g, 1kg |
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