Papaya is mostly prized for its sweet fruit, and the leaves have many uses in kitchens around the world for everything from tenderizing meats to ingredients in salad. Many cultures have their own names for Papaya, including Lechosa, Mamón, Pawpaw and Betik to name a few.
Peppermint is a cross between Watermint and Spearmint, renowned for its clean, refreshing sensation of coolness. It’s by far one of the most famous herbs in the ritual of tea.
In your teacup, these herbs create a pale amber infusion that is bitter and with a sensation of coolness and character that feels both grounding and renewing.