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The alchemy of the perfect tea: Where science meets millennia-old rituals

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Tea preparation

Immerse yourself in the art of tea brewing. Learn everything about optimal brewing times, appropriate water temperatures, and different preparation methods for a perfect taste experience.

The science behind brewing time

Study by the Technical University of Munich shows:

Deviations of 3°C reduce the active ingredient content by up to 40%.

Each herb releases its active ingredients in precise temperature windows

Why 7 minutes decide between life and flavor

Tannins (mountain tea) require 10-12 minutes at 98° C

Each herb releases its active ingredients in precise temperature windows

Why 7 minutes decide between life and flavor

Flavonoids (e.g. in chamomile) release at 90°C after 5-7 minutes

Each herb releases its active ingredients in precise temperature windows

Why 7 minutes decide between life and flavor

Essential oils (lemon verbena) evaporate at >95° C

Three Temple-Worthy Recipes: Transform your kitchen into a tea alchemist's workshop.

Why? Cover prevents evaporation of essential oils

Evening Chamomile Full Moon Ceremony

» 2 tsp chamomile + 1 star anise » 250ml 90°C water » Cover and let steep for 7 minutes » Refine with local honey

Study fact: Sideritis scardica improves cognitive performance by 15% (J. of Alzheimer's Disease)

Morning mountain tea energy ride

» 3 tsp Greek mountain tea » 300ml boiling water » Steep for 10 minutes » Activate with lemon juice

Tradition: Valued as a "blood purifier" since Hippocrates

Moly Detox Elixir

» 1 tea bag Moly-Detox Mixture + 1 slice of ginger » 12 min at 95°C » Chill with cold-pressed orange juice

Why our teas?

Supermarket vs. Crafts:

Cheap teas lose up to 70% of their active ingredients due to:

❌ Industrial crushing of leaves ❌ Plastic bags with microplastics ❌ UV light in transparent packaging

Our quality:

✅ Whole leaves & flowers hand-picked ✅ Aroma-tight double-chamber bags made of corn starch ✅ no microplastics

Tea rituals of the world

Greek mountain tea:

Greek mountain tea: 3 times daily in mountain villages for people over 100

Japanese Shincha ceremony:

Harvest within 88 days of the beginning of spring

German monastic medicine:

Hildegard von Bingen prescribed lemon balm for 'heart apprehension'

⚠️ Disclaimer

Our products are intended for aromatherapy and culinary use. Traditional uses do not replace medical advice. The information provided here is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. If you have any health questions, please consult your physician.

"Nature cannot be taught by anyone; it always knows what is right."

- Hippocrates of Kos -

(around 460 - 370 BC)