Summer Breeze

Quantity of tea leaves: 2 gram
Temperature of water: 100°
Infusion time: 5 minutes
Maximum number of infusions: 2 times

To fully enjoy the relaxing and warming cup of Summer Breeze, start by heating water to 100°C. The boiling temperature is suitable for all herbal infusions, perfect for extracting the rich flavours and health benefits from the blend. Place about 5 grams of Summer Breeze into your teapot or infuser (about 250 ml), ensuring there’s enough space for the herbs to expand and release their flavours.

Pour the boiling water over the Summer Breeze blend, completely covering the ingredients, and let it steep for 5-7 minutes. The infusion time can be adjusted to personal preference, with a brief steeping period for a subtle taste and a longer steeping period resulting in a stronger flavour.

As you drink your cuppa, enjoy the herbal and floral notes balanced by sweet undertones.

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The blend of Summer Breeze displays an array of colors, from forest green peppermint leaves to warm yellow chamomile and calendula, contrasted with striking blue cornflower petals and delicate rose pink.

Upon infusion, it yields a golden liquor that carries a crisp, minty aroma softened by subtle floral notes.

The taste profile of Summer Breeze is smooth and harmonious, beginning with a refreshing burst of peppermint that melds into the calming sweetness of chamomile and calendula. Soft floral hints of cornflower and rose emerge towards the end, leaving a gentle, aromatic finish on the palate that is both refreshing and comforting.

Summer Breeze offers a range of health benefits thanks to its thoughtfully selected ingredients.

Peppermint aids digestion and provides a refreshing, cooling effect, while chamomile is known for its relaxing and anti-inflammatory properties. Calendula supports skin health and has gentle immune-boosting effects, while cornflower is often used to calm minor irritations. Rose petals add a touch of natural vitamin C and are celebrated for their mood-enhancing properties, creating a blend that nurtures both body and mind.

Disclaimer: herbal infusions are known for their traditional health benefits, however, it is important to note that this information is not intended as medical advice. Please consult a healthcare specialist for any health concerns.

Along the Baltic Sea, amid pine forests and golden amber shores, Latvia is renowned for its rich tradition of herbal infusions. This heritage, rooted in the ancient practice of brewing local herbs for their medicinal properties, has evolved to incorporate influences from both Eastern and Western tea cultures.

This fusion has cultivated a unique Latvian approach to herbal teas, celebrating the natural flavours and benefits of plant infusions. Partnering with the esteemed Latvian company APSARA, based in Riga and dedicated to advancing tea traditions since 1992.

The name Apsara originates from ancient Sanskrit and refers to celestial nymphs or divine female spirits in Hindu and Buddhist mythology, which evokes a sense of elegance and purity when drinking their tea. APSARA’s expertise in blending and commitment to natural ingredients ensure that their rich, flavourful blends not only honour but also enhance Latvia’s storied herbal infusion legacy.

The production of herbal infusions involves a pretty straightforward and simple process, starting with the careful harvesting of plants from either the wild or cultivated fields. Whether foraging for wild herbs like poppy and chaga mushroom or farming chamomile on a larger scale, the next step typically involves drying the plants using natural methods such as shade, sunlight, or mechanical drying techniques.

Unlike the intricate processing of true teas from the Camellia Sinensis plant, the complexity of herbal teas comes from the wide variety of plants used. Various parts of the plant—leaves, flowers, roots, fruits, bark, and seeds—are either enjoyed individually or skillfully combined to create unique and flavorful blends.

These infusions are mixed creatively by expert herbalists and tea blenders, offering a rich tapestry of flavours and wellness benefits.

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Properly storing the Summer Breeze herbs is crucial to retain its freshness and flavor. The key is to protect them from the elements that can compromise their quality: air, heat, light, and moisture.

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