Lavender tea contains the flowers (calyces/heads) of true lavender. In contrast to mint's sharp chill or chamomile's appley sweetness, lavender reads floral, herbaceous and lightly balsamic - a breath-out cup. Quality lots are pale purple to gray-green in colour and clean smelling (never soapy); The key notes are volatile oils so brew covered to keep the aroma in the pot. Expect pale straw-lilac liquor in a round, satin cup: Think lavender blossom, resin & honey, and a clean mineral finish. Short steeps keep it airy and refined; a minute longer yields a more herbal warmth - perfect with lemon, honey or rose petals -. You may find culinary blends adding lemon balm or spearmint for lift occasionally; Straight lavender is more contemplative - great for a light, floral ritual without the heaviness or tannic bite. organically grown China Flavour and Aroma Aroma: Lavender blossom / soft herb / light resin / honeyed edge. Taste: Light, delicate florals with a clean herb finish. Body: light-medium, satin-smooth Bitterness/astringency: low; Over-steeped can be herbaceous. Ingredients Dried lavender flowers.Botanical name: Lavandula angustifolia Mill. Caffeine level None (caffeine-free). How to brew Western style (mug/pot) 1.5-2 g per 250 ml. 95 degC water 5-7 minutes, covered; strain Re-steep: once; add 2-3 minutes Iced / cold brew 5-8 g/L cold filtered water. Refrigerate 6-8 hrs; strain - clean, floral and refreshing. When to drink Midday - late evening; Lovely to drink before bedtime, after meals or chilled in a citrus carafe. Health benefits Traditional use (tea): The EU herbal monograph accepts lavender flower preparations (infusions/tea) for the relief of mild stress and sleep under traditional use registration. - Anxiety (context - capsules not tea): Significant anxiolytic effects in subthreshold anxiety and GAD are revealed in meta-analysis of five randomized, placebo controlled trials of oral lavender oil (Silexan). a previous large RCT comparing 80-160 mg Silexan with paroxetine. Sleep quality in context of aromatherapy: Systematic review/meta analysis indicates better sleep quality in adult subjects treated with lavender aromatherapy. Polyphenols and antioxidants (tea-style extracts): Studies on lavender water infusions/decoctions identify phenolics and antioxidant activity, thereby explaining its traditional use (bench chemistry not clinical efficacy).(General information only; Many clinical trials employ essential-oil capsules or inhalation rather than simple tea. Health-related notes (general) Consume as much as you like in food-style portions as part of a healthy diet. Seal the cup during steeping to retain aromatics. Flavour strength: adjust leaf and time of taste according to cut and origin. Cautionary Allergy/sensitivity: Avoid if you are sensitive to lavender and/or Lamiaceae plantes; Immediately stop if you experience unusual symptoms. Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Only limited safety data on medicinal strength - use culinary amounts only if directed by a clinician. Sedation/medicines: The lavender can be calming. Use sedative medicines sparingly and monitor your response. Children and pets: Keep out of reach; Avoid swallowing essential oils. Storage and Shelf Life Keep cool, dark and dry. Best within 12-18 months; Delicate floral volatiles fade away upon opening. Quick FAQs Will it taste soapy?Good lavender won't: use light measures, brew covered and avoid over steeping. What if I blend it?Yes - lemon peel, honey, rose/chamomile go with lavender. Milk or lemon?Best without milk; A little lemon squeeze brightens the cup.
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