Thés & Traditions
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The world of tea includes specific terms, classifying the quality of the leaves: whole, broken, ground. Grades vary, influencing taste. Understanding these distinctions helps you choose the right tea for your personal preferences.
Rosemary is used both in cooking and in phytotherapy. Rosemary is an aromatic plant, but it is also considered to have medicinal properties
Tasting teas and herbal teas allows you to appreciate the flavors of plants, while enjoying their benefits. Weight loss or toxin elimination? Antioxidant properties or liver benefits?
Hemp oil, leaves and seeds have become increasingly popular in recent years. Far from the image of marijuana, hemp leaves are derived from the Cannabis sativa plant. They contain less than 0.2% THC and therefore produce no psychotropic effects.
In Japan, the tea ceremony is rooted in history and culture. It reflects the art of preparing and sharing matcha. In a humble home, the host uses bamboo utensils to prepare the green tea.
The tisanière is a container for infusing your herbal tea. In practical terms, it's a large cup (or mug) with a removable filter and lid.
The linden is a large tree that abounds in virtues. Its health benefits date back centuries. It is traditionally consumed in various forms: flower and leaf infusion, bud macerate, or sapwood decoction.
Under the influence of the British Empire, India began producing tea in the 19th century. Today, it is the second largest tea-producing country behind China. There are numerous plantations, notably in Assam, Darjeeling and Nilgiri. Land of black tea and Masala Chai, each region reveals its own unique Indian tea. Find out more.
To keep you warm through the winter, nothing beats a cup of black tea. With its caffeine, powerful taste and beneficial effects, a cup of black tea is your daily ally. Plain black teas are produced all over the world, including China, India (including Darjeeling) and Ceylon.
Fennel, or Foeniculum vulgare, is a member of the Apiaceae family. It is a perennial plant with a bulb, long stems and broad leaves.
In winter, natural herbal teas help relieve cold symptoms such as coughs, sore throats and fevers. Herbs such as thyme, rosemary, sage and peppermint offer benefits for the respiratory tract and boost immunity. Discover our recipes for effective cold infusions.