Rooibos, the “tea” without theine

Rooibos is obtained from the leaves of Aspalathus linearis, a shrub that manages to thrive in the harsh conditions of the mountainous regions of South Africa. Rooibos is famous for its nice malty flavor and naturally sweet (with nothing added). The local population habitually consumed it long before the European settlers appeared, who adopted the customs of the … Read more

9 benefits that green tea for your health

There’s nothing like a good cup of green tea. Its antioxidant properties, its small amount of caffeine and its delicious flavor make it a healthy and perfect decision to take at any time of the day. Tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world after water. In China, Japan, Vietnam and other East Asian countries, … Read more

Tea and pregnancy: prohibited or not?

The use of tea and other medicinal herbs to improve health and treat diseases dates back to the beginning of humanity. Medicinal herbs are totally natural, but they are precisely medicinal because they contain components with pharmacological properties. Therefore, its effects must be monitored, especially in a situation as delicate as a pregnancy. Teas and pregnancy … Read more

Thyme infusion: properties, benefits, recipe

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a bush appreciated for its value as a condiment and as a medicinal plant. It belongs to the labiatae family, like rosemary, mint or basil. It is a plant native to the Mediterranean areas of southern Europe. It is easy to find it throughout the Iberian Peninsula in the wild on calcareous and sunny … Read more

Rosemary infusion: properties, benefits, recipe

Rosemary infusion has been used for hundreds of years in parts of Europe, Asia and America for its health properties. Its intense flavor and aromatic fragrance are invigorating. Rediscover this plant and learn more about its properties of rosemary for health, its side effects and the proper methods to collect and prepare it. What is rosemary … Read more

Parsley infusion: properties, benefits, recipe

What flavors come to mind when you think of Mediterranean cuisine? Any ideas? Let us help you with a saying: you are like… parsley.  Popular culture coined sayings like the one above to tell someone that you find them everywhere; just like parsley, a plant native to the central Mediterranean area and undoubtedly one of the omnipresent condiments … Read more

Earl gray, tea with the fragrance of bergamot

What is more English than Earl Grey? The Beatles? The Big Ben? Queen Elizabeth? Earl gray is one of the quintessential English teas and one of the most classic, well-known and delicious combinations in the world of teas. What is Earl Gray Earl Gray is a tea blend flavored with bergamot oil, a fruit that gives the base, usually black tea, … Read more

The Best white teas in the world

The flavor of the best white teas is subtle and sophisticated. This variety of teas is made solely and exclusively from the tender shoots of specific varieties of the tea plant. This unique raw material is one of the reasons why white tea is among the most expensive types of tea, but it puts its character in … Read more