Elderberries: Botanical Name: Sambuccus nigra | Country of Origin: Bulgaria | Plant Part: Berries
100% Certified Organic. Valued for its blue-purple berries, flowers and its wood. The berries are high in Vitamin A, C, antioxidants and flavonoids. They also contain large amounts of calcium, iron, vitamin B6 and essential oils. Actions include laxative, diuretic, anti-inflammatory.
Caffeine Level: Naturally caffeine free.
Taste: Elderberries have long been used as an ingredient in food and wine, and have a tart, tangy and bitter taste.
Indications: Common medicinal uses: to treat arthritis, pain, chronic fatigue, hay fever, urinary tract infections and congestion of the upper respiratory system, and to shorten the duration of colds and flu - with a special affinity for children.
How to enjoy: Prepare as a tea - Pour 200ml of boiling water over 1-2 tsp of herb. Cover and steep 3-4 minutes, strain and serve.
Why Choose Certified Organic Loose-leaf Tea?
Shipping: Our Certified Organic Teas & Herbs are delivered in sealed, air-tight pouches.
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Stainless-steel Tea Canister
Each boxed canister holds between 400g – 500g of loose-leaf black or green tea and between 100g - 400g of herbs or tisanes.
The lid of the canister is see-through glass with an airtight rubber seal (see images) and a clip-down steel clasp. You will be provided with 2 attractive labels to stick on the canister. One 'Certified Organic' label and a label with the name and health benefits of the tea printed on it.
Canister Size: 19.5cm [H] x 12.5cm [W].
Stainless-steel Mesh Tea Infuser with Lid
This tea infuser is a high-quality stainless-steel teacup strainer/leaf infuser. It ensures a great brew every time - even with very fine cut tea leaves! So easy to use, simply put into your cup, mug or pot, add tea leaves, pour in hot water and enjoy!
The lid serves as a lid, whilst the tea is brewing, and as a base for standing the infuser in when you remove it from your teacup.
Material: High quality stainless steel with micro holes - perfect for brewing your favourite teas without any of the little bits left in your cup!
Dimensions: Height: 7.5cm, Width including arms: 10cm
Care Instructions: This is the easiest tea infuser you will ever own, simply rinse out tea leaves and dry after each use.
