Nurturing Your Mind with Seasonal Teas. Tips for Enjoying Calming Teas with Mindfulness and relaxation ..read more

It feels like summer just packed its bags and left. The rain is relentless on our polytunnel, the tourists have vanished, but there's a ..read more

We were drawn to Rooibos for its natural qualities and complementary relationship with the mighty Nettle ..read more

Cornish Ginkgo is Back! The verdant leaves of our Ginkgo trees are ready for harvest to make our next batch of delicious limited-edition Ginkgo tea! Can't wait for our store release? Here's a sneak peek on how to make your own Ginkgo tea by drying the fresh leaves of the Ginkgo biloba tree: Firstly, make sure you are picking the correct species! The Ginkgo tree is truly unique and stands out among others. Here's how to identify it: The Leaves: Shape: The most distinctive feature is the fan-shaped leaf, often with a deep notch or two lobes. This is why it's some ..read more

The common Nettle (Urtica dioica), a herbaceous perennial found throughout the UK, is often seen as a garden nuisance. However, beneath its stinging exterior lies a versatile wild food source packed with nutrients. Nettle leaves are enjoyed for their earthy flavour and impressive vitamin and mineral content. But there are many variations of Nettles, and their "purity" can differ depending on where they are grown, and how they are produced? With commercially grown and chopped Nettles lining supermarket shelves, is there a benefit to venturing beyond the pre-packaged convenience?  The Pur ..read more

Kourtney Kardashian. Reality TV star, entrepreneur, and now...herbal tea enthusiast?  The image of Kourtney conjures thoughts of red carpets and glam lattes. But a surprising truth lies beneath the perfectly curated exterior: Kourtney is a big-time herbal tea drinker! When we read about this on poosh.com, (Kourtney Kardashian’s wellness site) we just had to share the details... Kourtney's love of herbal infusions did come as a surprise to us, and probably to those who associate the Kardashians with a life of indulgence. But Kourtney's passion for herbal tea highlights a lesser-known s ..read more

Here’s a little post to inspire your next tea break if you’re a Hay fever or Allergy sufferer.  So spring is in the air (sort of), and for many of us, impending doom exists in the form of Hay fever (allergic rhinitis). While there's no magic potion to completely eradicate this seasonal woe, a steaming mug of tea might offer some relief.  There are several herbal teas touted as natural remedies for Hay fever, and most varieties are easy to obtain online, or from good health shops. For the more adventurous it is possible to forage and brew your own herby concoctions. Crafting you ..read more

Let's face it: talking about toilet habits isn't exactly polite dinner conversation. But here's the not-so-secret secret – irregularity (or constipation, if we're being blunt) is a common human experience. We all go through it and affects everyone at some point. It can be frustrating and an uncomfortable problem.  Why Regularity Matters Think of your digestive system as a highway. When things are moving smoothly, you feel energised and light. But when there's a problem, well, let's just say it's not a pleasant experience. Regularity is key to good gut health, which impacts ..read more

The recent UK Tea shortage is a a stark lesson in supply chain fragility. A reason why we should be cultivating a New Way with Homegrown Tea. While empty shelves of tea might seem like a minor inconvenience, it serves as a powerful metaphor for the complex and vulnerable systems that deliver food to our tables. The new year finds major disruption to vital Red Sea shipping routes, connecting major tea-producing regions, to European markets, adding weeks to tea delivery times, and significantly increasing costs. As a result the UK is experiencing a tea shortage. Future tea shortage won’t ..read more

This Earl Grey Sour is a delightful twist on the classic sour formula, featuring the delicate citrus and floral notes of Earl Grey Tea. Shaken with gin, lemon juice, and a touch of sweetness, it's a refreshing and elegant drink – with a boozy twist! As I write this blog post, it’s Friday and you may be gearing up for the weekend. We're in the throes of picking our early spring herbs and botanicals. There's nothing like a cocktail to ring in the weekend after a long day of picking. Our reward for getting through another wet week on the Cornish peninsular, in what feels like wettest winter e ..read more