Teas

Echinacea is native to the open prairies of North America, where its tall purple blossoms have long been appreciated for their beauty and resilience. Indigenous peoples of the prairies have long valued Echinacea, and their traditions helped shape how... [read more]

The “Narrow-Leaf Purple Coneflower,” grows wild on the prairies of North America. With tall stems and purple-pink petals, it is the most valued of a dozen Echinacea species. Native to the prairies, this herb was important to Indigenous cultures. Once... [read more]

The Narrow-Leaf Purple Coneflower, grows wild on the prairies of North America. With tall stems and purple-pink petals, it is the most valued of a dozen Echinacea species. Native to the prairies, this herb was important to Indigenous cultures. Once... [read more]

Wild and strong, this stately plant is one of a dozen or so common Echinacea species. This one is also known as eastern purple coneflower, red sunflower and hedgehog coneflower. The plant shares botanical kinship with daisies, sunflowers, and chamomile ~... [read more]

Across Europe, Elderberries have been simmered into syrups, preserves, and infusions for generations. Echinacea has deep historical ties to the Plains, where it has been traditionally valued for centuries. A true kitchen-table classic, this blend... [read more]

The Elder is a legendary tree, often described as magical and sacred in folklore and myth. It has long been associated with rural life, where it’s respected as a generous and familiar tree along field edges and lanes. The Elder tree produces... [read more]

Elder is a legendary tree, long regarded with wonder and respect. In folklore it was said to stand between worlds, its white blossoms and dark berries bridging the realms of earth and sky. In the early Middle Ages, Emperor Charlemagne decreed that Elder... [read more]

Hardy by design ~ this shrub is native to cool forest country from the Russian Far East through parts of China, Korea, and Japan. It tends to live low in mixed woods where the light comes in fragments. Slow-growing and compact, it’s valued... [read more]

Towering and unmistakable, this giant tree can reach 100 to 180 feet tall, sometimes taller. Fossils show Eucalyptus is native to Tasmania and southern Australia where it has been part of the landscape for tens of millions of years. It’s also called Blue... [read more]

Delicate and expressive, Eyebright grows in pastures and meadows throughout Europe. The flower has the appearance of a bloodshot eye with purple stripes and yellow spots. This herb is semi-parasitic and is picky about where it grows ~ having success when... [read more]

Fennel is a tall, aromatic plant native to the Mediterranean region and a member of the carrot family. It grows with hollow stems and fine, threadlike leaves, and produces clusters of small yellow flowers that mature into ridged, yellowish seeds... [read more]

Ancient and steadfast ~ Fenugreek has been cultivated for thousands of years, its name drawn from the Latin for “Greek hay,” a nod to its long presence around the Mediterranean. From there it spread through North Africa and West Asia, becoming a familiar... [read more]

Feverfew is native to Europe and has long since found its way into gardens and meadows across North America. With its small, daisy-like blossoms and strong, herbaceous scent, it’s a plant that stands out in both appearance and aroma. Lemongrass is a... [read more]

Northern chaga sustainably sourced from Manitoba Birch and locally harvested with horsetail make for a fortifying duo! We blend these forest elements with our gourmet chai recipe that includes orange, lemongrass, cardamom, ginger and cinnamon. Don’t... [read more]

Northern chaga sustainably sourced from Manitoba Birch and locally harvested with horsetail make for a fortifying duo! We blend these forest elements with our gourmet chai recipe that includes orange, lemongrass, cardamom, ginger and cinnamon. Don’t... [read more]

Slow and steady, Ginger root dwells beneath the surface, sending up shoots as it grows longer ~ spiciness increasing with age. Traditionally cultivated across South Asia, Ginger can be found in most kitchens as a tea or dried spice. Fragrant and bright,... [read more]

Slow and steady, Ginger root dwells beneath the surface, sending up shoots as it grows longer ~ spiciness increasing with age. Traditionally cultivated across South Asia, Ginger can be found in most kitchens as a tea or dried spice and now grows in most... [read more]

Beneath the soil, a branching root forms in warm, rain-fed landscapes across East and Southeast Asia. The plant thrives in loose earth and humid air, where its scent and taste deepen while maturing. Ginger later became naturalized in many tropical and... [read more]

Gotu Kola has been valued for centuries across South Asia and the Indian Ocean islands. It appears in ancient texts such as the Shennong Herbal of China, compiled nearly 2,000 years ago, and has long been part of traditions in India and beyond. This... [read more]

Bright and storied, Hawthorn grows across Europe, eastern Asia, and eastern North America, often found in hedgerows and along woodland edges. A member of the Rose family, it appears as a compact shrub or small tree with pale bark and protective thorns... [read more]

Thorny and branchy, Hawthorn makes its home in hedgerows and woodland edges across much of Europe, parts of eastern Asia, and eastern North America. In late spring, dark green, lobed leaves share the branches with clusters of small white blossoms... [read more]

Hibiscus is known by many names including roselle, red tea, and Jamaica Sorrel. Cultivated widely across the tropics, its large, striking flowers are cherished in cuisines for jams, jellies, sauces, and refreshing drinks. Brewed as tea, Hibiscus yields... [read more]

Crimson in the cup and brisk on the palate, this blend highlights intensely crimson Hibiscus ~ grown across warm tropical and subtropical regions. Its naturally tart, fruit-forward taste sets the tone from the first sip, with a clean, refreshing edge... [read more]

Hibiscus is found in many gardens as “Rose of Sharon.” You can spot its enormous flowers in red, white, pink, or purple. The tea variety is a different species, with paler flowers and a darker core. For tea, the calyx is used ~ the part that holds the... [read more]