The health properties of rooibos began to attract the attention of the scientific community in the sixties, although its use in traditional medicine dates back much earlier. Rooibos has been gaining a place among the favorites of infusion lovers who want to escape caffeine. Its zero content in it and its excellent flavor make it an … Read more
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
Chai tea or Masala Chai is a mixture of tea, spices and milk originating in India that has gained a lot of popularity in recent years in the rest of the world. This peculiar combination stands out for its powerful flavor, but also for its health benefits. The properties of chai tea combine, in a single … Read more
Known as Asian gold for its color, flavor and price, cinnamon has become one of the most famous spices in the world. Used since ancient times in all kinds of infusions and ointments for its extensive health properties, today it shines in confectionery, gastronomy and, of course, natural medicine. Cinnamon Properties Cinnamon is a source of … Read more
Beach or mountains? Dogs or cats? Sweet or salty? Today we are going to deal with one of these dilemmas that apparently irreconcilable sides face: is it better to drink tea or coffee? Although in Spain the consumption of coffee is greater, the presence of tea has been growing continuously in recent years. A big reason behind … Read more
Chamomile is one of the most widely drunk infusions throughout the world and it is easy to understand why. Popular medicine has used it since time immemorial to relieve digestive problems, skin problems or simply as a relaxant. In modern times, chamomile is a common ingredient in cosmetics, and its essential oils are used in perfumery. … Read more
Sri Lanka, known during colonial times as Ceylon to the British, produces one of the most famous teas in the world: Ceylon tea. The island, known as the “Teardrop of India” is the world’s third largest producer of tea. Its varied and mountainous topography in the center transmits its differences to the teas, which are grown … Read more
Legend has it that in the Himalayas lives the deity Shanker Mahadeva who blows on the tea plantations to cool them and creates the mist that gives Darjeeling tea its unmistakable quality and flavor. Tea grown in Darjeeling breathes the Himalayan climate and is considered one of the best in the world. It is sometimes referred … Read more
Did you know that the same plant, Camellia sinensis, is the basis for making black tea, white tea, and indeed any type of tea? Well yes. What truly sets teas apart is the process that the leaves of this amazing plant go through during brewing. This production process affects not only the flavors and aromas of the teas, … Read more
You have realized? Green tea is an ingredient increasingly used in cosmetics. It is not unusual to find it in toners, creams and all kinds of skin care products. Have you ever wondered why? We have already told you about the many properties that green tea offers for health. One of the reasons is its high content of antioxidants, which has … Read more
