What is Chamomile? “Chamomile” is the common name for several herbs from the daisy-like flowers of the Asteraceae plant family. The name “chamomile” is derived the Greek word “chamomaela” (χαμαίμηλον (khamaimēlon)) meaning “ground apple” to describe its apple-like aroma. One of the most ancient and versatile medicinal herbs known to mankind, having been used medicinally […]
Cocktail Recipe: Chocolate Mint Desire
Our alcoholic interpretation of the iconic mint and chocolate combination. Bringing together our wild handpicked mountain mint with a creamy chocolate alcohol base, we have created a full bodied and sophisticated cocktail. Recipe for 4-5 glasses Chocolate Mint Desire 12g Nazani Tea mountain mint 200-250ml Chocolate Cream Rum Liqueur 4 tsp Nielsen-Massey vanilla bean paste […]
How to make the most of our herbal infusions and tisanes: our wellness herbal diary
With so many herbal infusions and tisanes on the market, it’s difficult to work out when to drink what, given the array of different health benefits each have. We have devised a wellness diary to help you make the most out of our herbal infusions during the course of the day. Of course you may […]
How to stay healthy in the face of coronavirus (COVID-19) – a holistic approach
Aside from washing hands and self-isolation in line with Government approved medical advice at the time of writing, there are many things you can do to ensure that you stay healthy in the face of coronavirus (COVID-19). This guide is also useful for general well-being. Sleep Sleep is fundamental, it is the time when the […]
What is Kykeon?
In ancient Greece, kykeon was commonly drunk to break fasts and was traditionally made from water, barley and a type of mint. It was also said to contain psychoactive elements (which heightened the consumer’s experience). Noted for its digestive properties – in Aristophanes’ Peace (v. 712), Hermes recommends it to the hero who ate too […]
Cocktail Recipe: Arabian Delight
Arabian Delight Cocktail An exotic and powerful, yet simple alcoholic take on the Arabian Sunrise, bringing together traditional chai flavours from Asia (used in our selected spiced gin) with the honey-like sweetness of our ultra-rare wild Caucasian safflower, a popular Middle East flavour. This cocktail has been designed to look as beautiful as the sun […]
To tea or not to tea? That is the question
“I’m just going to grab myself a cup of chamomile tea before I sleep….” So far so good? Can you spot the typo? The term ‘tea’ is commonly used to describe any hot infused beverage (from black and green tea to mint and chamomile). However, in reality ‘tea’ refers to the beverage prepared by pouring […]
Mocktail Recipe: Arabian Sunrise
Arabian Sunrise Mocktail An exotic and powerful over-night infused mocktail, bringing together traditional chai flavours from Asia with the honey-like sweetness of our ultra-rare wild Caucasian safflower, a popular Middle East flavour. This mocktail has been designed to look as beautiful as the sun rising over the Arabian Desert. Recipe for 6-8 cups Ingredients 10g […]
Mocktail Recipe: After 4
After 4 Mocktail Our interpretation of the iconic mint and chocolate combination. Bringing together our wild handpicked mountain mint with pure artisan grown Colombian cocoa drops, we have created a full bodied and sophisticated mocktail using just 4 ingredients, which can be enjoyed at any time of day (including afternoon tea time at 4pm). Recipe […]
Mocktail Recipe: Elderflower O’Clock
Elderflower O’Clock Mocktail We have given a herbal twist to a quintessentially British cocktail using our very own wild elderflower, handpicked in the pristine high-altitude forests of the Caucasus Mountains. This mocktail is bursting with floral and fruity flavours – an absolute delight on a warm sunny day! Recipe for 6-8 glasses Ingredients 12g […]