How to Store Herbs and Spices for Maximum Freshness
Posted by Renae Colbert on 10th Sep 2025
Keeping Nature’s Goodness Alive
There’s something special about opening a jar of herbs or spices and being met with their rich aroma. Whether it’s the calming scent of chamomile, the bright zing of lemon balm, or the earthy warmth of cumin, fresh botanicals are the heart of teas, blends, and cooking.
But freshness doesn’t last forever. Without proper storage, herbs and spices can quickly lose their vibrancy, potency, and flavour. For both home tea drinkers and wholesale b
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Why Seasonality Matters in Tea & Herb Harvesting – Freshness and Flavour Explained
Posted by Renae Colbert on 10th Sep 2025
Tasting the Seasons in Your Cup
Have you ever noticed how a cup of tea can taste slightly different from one season to another? That subtle shift—the bright notes in a spring green tea, the deeper aroma of autumn herbs—isn’t accidental. It’s a reflection of seasonality in harvesting.
Just like fruit and vegetables taste their best when picked in season, teas and herbs carry unique flavours and qualities depending on when and how they’re harvested. Seasonality is mor
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Spring Cleansing with Herbal Teas & Infusions – Focus on Nettle, Dandelion Leaf, and Lemon Balm
Posted by Renae Colbert on 9th Sep 2025
A Fresh Start with Spring
Spring has always carried a certain magic. After the quiet rest of winter, the world begins to awaken—buds swell, green shoots push through the soil, and the air feels just a little lighter. For many of us, this season also brings a natural urge to refresh our routines, clear away the heaviness of colder months, and embrace a sense of renewal.
One of the gentlest yet most effective ways to welcome spring’s energy is through herbal teas and infusions. These t
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