Chai ~ Herbal Tea

This blend is beautiful with milk and a dash of sugar or honey to taste depending on your preferences. (We tend to have a sweet tooth in this house so we add a little extra sweetness)

Ingredients

*Cyclopia intermedia (organic honeybush tea leaves), Cinnamomum cassia (cinnamon, bark chips), Zingiber officinale (ginger, root), Elettaria cardamomum (cardamom, pods), Syzgium aromaticum (cloves, whole), Pimento dioica (allspice, dried whole fruit), Myristica fragrans (nutmeg, whole), *Vanilla Planifolia (Bourbon vanilla, bean pod), Piper nigrum (black peppercorn, whole), Illicium verum (star anise, whole).

*Denotes certified organic (supplier certified)

Made from imported ingredients, blended and packaged in Australia by Lyllith & The Rune Guy Pty. Ltd. (Jimboomba)

Flavour Profile

Rich, sweet aromatic and a warm, spicy flavour with a hint of vanilla. 

Benefits

Our Chai-inspired herbal tea may help alleviate indigestion, promote gastrointestinal health, reduce digestion issues, nausea and sooth pain associated with rheumatism and stomach cramps.

Tea leaves are caffeine-free and rich in antioxidants, which may support overall health. Honeybush tea is soothing and calming, makes a wonderful bedtime tea.

Cinnamon, Cardamom and Ginger are used in traditional medicine to aid the digestive system. Cinnamon may help maintain blood sugar levels, as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. It may also help reduce symptoms associated with colds, coughs, rheumatism and menstrual discomfort.

Preparation

1. Add 1-2 teaspoons per cup
2. Pour freshly boiled water over the Chai blend
3. Allow to steep for 3-5 minutes (longer for stronger flavour)
4. Strain your tea and Enjoy!

This blend tastes smoother with a little milk, a little honey will enhance the flavours of the spices.

Traditional Method:

1. Add a tablespoon of chai-tea blend and add 1/2 cup of boiling water to a saucepan, soak on low heat for about 5 minutes. 
2. Turn the heat up slightly to medium heat, add 1 cup of milk and half a tablespoon of honey and heat until your brew is just about to boil (but don't let boil)
3. Remove from heat, strain and serve.

Allergens/Contraindications

No adverse effects are expected with recommended usage.

Ginger - Use caution with ulcers, GERD, gallstones, kidney disease, and tendency to hemorrhage.  Increases absorption of all medications. Can reduce absorption of iron and fat soluble vitamins.

Cinnamon contains coumarin, a compound that can be harmful in high doses, especially for individuals with liver conditions or taking certain medications.

As always, speak with your physician to be safe before taking herbal supplements, teas or other herbal remedies.