Stinging Nettle Tea (Urtica diocia) has for a long time been used to treat allergy symptoms, particularly hay-fever.A known diuretic and anti-inflammatory, Nettle is used to treat a range of conditions including arthritis and can be great for certain kidney issues too. Nettle tea is an herbal infusion of dried leaves of the stinging nettle plant - without the sting once dried and brewed. It's like a meadow from a mug: tender herb and clean minerality with a soft savoury sweetness - not florals or spice - but savoury sweetness. Traditionally drunk as a spring tonic in Europe and beyond, nettle leaf makes a light, nourishing cup without being heavy. Good lots are green and slightly spinachy; they produce a clear straw-green liquor with a clean finish that is food friendly. Short steeps keep it light & refreshing; A little longer yields more body and a slightly brothy quality that goes well with lemon, honey or a mint leaf. In blends nettle is a subtle base note - great with citrus peel, ginger, spearmint and rose - but on its own it makes a great all-day sipper and goes well with meals. organically grown Bulgaria Flavour and Aroma Aroma: Fresh herb, hay, light vegetal, clean mineral. Taste: Soft green, lightly savoury-sweet, crisp finish. Body: light-medium, smooth Bitterness/astringency: low; Over-steeped can be herbaceous. Ingredients Nettle leaf 100% dried nettle leaf.Botanical name: Urtica dioica L. Caffeine Level None (caffeine-free). How to brew Western style (mug/pot) 2-3 g per 250 ml. 95 degC water 5 to 7 minutes under cover, then strain. Re-steep: once; add 2-3 minutes Iced / cold brew 5-8 g/L cold filtered water. Refrigerate 6-8 hrs; strain (clean, meadow-fresh) When to drink All day - good with meals as a table pitcher, or as an evening cup. A little squeeze of lemon and honey is nice. Health benefits Traditional use (leaf/aerial parts): Urticae herba leaf and aerial parts is an EMA/HMPC recognised traditional herbal product for specified uses; see current EU herbal monograph & assessment. Symptom context of allergy: leaf extract. A double-blind nettle leaf RCT showed benefit versus placebo in allergic rhinitus over a week in a small early trial. Tea-style chemistry: Identifiable phenolics and antioxidant activity in vitro of aqueous nettle-leaf extracts/infusions support the traditional use of the herb (lab data only; no clinical efficacy). Cardiometabolic expectations: Endothelial function & BP were not improved in a 6-week trial of twice daily brewed nettles tea - useful for estimating realistic expectations.(General information only; Few human trials of nettle tea exist, and many study concentrated extracts. Health-related notes (general) Eat as much as you like in food-style portions as part of a good diet. Keep aromatics covered while steeping. Flavour strength: adjust leaf and time of taste according to cut and origin. Cautionary Allergy/sensitivity: If allergic to nettle or related plants; Avoid. Immediately stop if you experience unusual symptoms. Medicines/conditions: For diuretics, blood-pressure or diabetes medicines or kidney/heart conditions affecting fluid balance, seek personalised advice before regular use. Vitamin K and warfarin: Nettle leaf is high in vitamin-K; If on warfarin, discuss regular intake with your clinician. Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Avoid medicinal strength unless advised by a health professional. Keep out of reach of kids. Storage and Shelf Life Keep cool, dark and dry. Best within 12-18 months. Green aromatics fade after opening. Quick FAQs Still stinging?No - drying and brewing inactivate irritant hairs! How does this taste?It is clean and green - more like mild spinach/herb than mint or flowers. What if I blend it?Yes - great with lemon peel, ginger, spearmint or rose for lift.
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