05/05/2018
This post is dedicated to my best friend/sister Korene tea lover. I can’t wait for your Organic tea line.
I am a big fan of fancy tea specially loose tea with hibiscus 🌺 lavender,camomile,Citrus....
What I am not a fun of is the fancy price tag.
1 ounce of fancy loose blend can cost $13 or more
Well I think it’s outrageous when you can DIY for $1 an ounce or even $0 using my no waste method.
(www.purepassioncatering.com request my no waste method)
Interesting facts about pre-made fancy tea blends
So you have your favorite fancy tea blends from the shop and they smell heavenly, right? Please know that these tea blends (for the most part) have an additional layer of artificial flavor using either alcohol based flavoring or artificial flavoring. This is something that I have found not to be listed in the ingredients or the packaging. The alcohol based infused tea is flavored with a mist, then let to sit and dry. The alcohol evaporates and you are left with infused tea.
Did you know?
Some of the most popular and expensive tea blends do not actually contain any tea at all? By checking your package ingredients you can be sure if you are receiving the health benefits, flavors, etc. from your tea that you desire or if you are drinking primarily herbs or just dried fruit. Some “teas” labeled as Herbal Tea tend to not contain actual tea leaves at all. These blends are caffeine free, however, do not contain any leaves from the Camelia Sinensis. You can also achieve a caffeine free tea experience and consume the actual tea leaves.
I have also purchase fruit “teas” that did not contain any tea leaves as well. If you decide that purchasing your tea is more convenient for you and you preferred method, I encourage you to ask your tea purveyor the questions that are important to you and your health. Some herbal teas that are sold as medicinal may contain herbs that do not agree with you. So, be careful, be cautious, and stay educated.
One other thing to think about when buying premade tea blends is that some may contain GMO’s. Also, consider the sachet and what it is made out of. If you are one who is concerned with certain dietary restrictions, these are things you may want to think about. Blending your own fancy tea blends, herbal teas, or plain tea is probably your best option.
Rachelle Louis!!!
AKa
Chef Shellie!!!
Disclaimer:I am not a medical professional. These recipes are based on experience. Please consult your doctor before starting a health regiment.
Anti-inflammatory weight loss tea
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
This anti inflammatory weight loss tea is a natural, gentle detox that reduces bloat and water weight leaving you feeling light and energised!
Course: Pantry Staple
Special Diet: American
Ingredients
Equal amounts of
• Dried hibiscus flowers
• Dried ginger root
• Organic dried willow bark
• Organic dried dandelion leaf
• High Mallow (Malva sylvestris)
Instructions
1 Combine all herbs in a tight closing jar and store in a cool dark place.
2 For each serving of tea, steep 1 tablespoon of the mixture together with 1 cup hot water for 3 to 5 minutes.
Floral Herbal Tea
Yield: 1 cup of loose leaf tea (or 16 tea bags)
Active Time: 2 minutes (for loose leaf), or 20 minutes (if making tea bags)
Total Time: 2 minutes (for loose leaf), or 20 minutes (if making tea bags)
5 tbsp. dried organic rose petals*
5 tbsp. dried organic chamomile flowers*
3 tbsp. dried organic mint leaves*
3 tbsp. dried organic lavender buds*
* All of these ingredients can be sourced from your local spice store and online.
1) Combine all ingredients. If making sachets, add 1 tbsp. to a 3-inch by 3-inch square of cheesecloth, and tie shut with food grade twine.
2) When ready to enjoy, steep about 1 tablespoons of the loose mixture (or one tea bag) in 1 cup of hot water for 5 minutes or longer, depending on how strong you like your tea. For an added touch, serve with a side of Rose Petal Sugar Cubes. If stored in a cool dry place, these should have a shelf life of 6 months or more.
Rose And Dried Fruit Homemade Tea
Prep Time
30 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Homemade tea blend with citrus, berries, apples, roses and white tea is an invigorating infusion of sweet fruity flavors and the lively taste of antioxidant rich white tea.
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: Eclectic
Servings: 60
Calories: 5 kcal
Author: Roxana Begum
INGREDIENTS
• 1 ½ lbs each fresh fruit (apples, oranges, strawberry) for dehydrating and save the rest
• 1 ½ cups orange dried, organic
• 1 ½ cups apple dried, organic
• 1 ½ cups strawberry dried, organic
• 1 ½ cups roses dried, organic*
• 2 cups white tea
• 1/2 cup dried herbs optional, (absinthium or wormwood, mint or your choice)
