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Peppermint Premium Organic Large Cut

Name: Peppermint Premium Organic Large Cut
Brand: The Herbal Connection
SKU: HTO.PEPLCK1
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SKU: HTO.PEPLCK1

Botanical: MENTHA PIPPERITA

Origin: Austria

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Certified Organic — SCX No. 24041 Mentha piperita — Austria Large Cut Leaf — Premium Grade Herbal Tea · Tea Blending · Food Manufacturing

Peppermint Premium Organic Large Cut — Mentha piperita, Austria

Premium Certified Organic Peppermint Leaf Large Cut (Mentha piperita) — freshly harvested, new season premium peppermint from Austria. This is a product we are genuinely excited about. Austrian peppermint has a well-earned reputation as among the finest in the world — the cool Alpine climate, rich soils, and traditional cultivation methods of the Austrian herb-growing regions produce a peppermint with an exceptionally clean, intense menthol character that sets it clearly apart from commodity peppermint. From the moment the bag is opened, the aroma is immediately striking — bold, fresh, and intensely cooling — the hallmark of genuinely premium leaf material.

The large cut format preserves the integrity of the leaf — generous, visually defined pieces that steep cleanly, sit beautifully in pyramid tea bags, and present with the kind of visual quality that immediately communicates premium to end consumers. For wholesale tea blenders and private label tea brands, this grade of peppermint delivers the flavour intensity and leaf presentation that justifies a premium product positioning. Certified Organic (SCX No. 24041). This product is sold as a food ingredient only.

Product Specifications

Botanical	Mentha piperita
Common Name	Peppermint; Premium Large Cut Peppermint
SKU	HTO.PEPLCK1
Origin	Austria
Organic Status	Certified Organic (SCX No. 24041)
Cut	Large cut leaf — premium, visually defined leaf pieces
Harvest	Freshly harvested — new season premium Austrian crop
Ingredient Declaration	Certified Organic Peppermint Leaf (Mentha piperita)
Aroma	Intensely fresh, clean menthol — highly aromatic on opening
Flavour Profile	Bold, cooling peppermint with pronounced menthol; clean, bright finish with no bitterness
Cut Specification	Large cut — generous leaf pieces that steep cleanly and present beautifully in loose leaf tea and pyramid bags
Primary Applications	Premium loose leaf tea, pyramid tea bag production, herbal tea blending, food ingredient applications
Available Sizes	250g, 500g, 1kg (wholesale bulk pricing available — contact us)
Allergens	No known food allergens. The Herbal Connection makes no allergen-free claims.
Storage	Below 23°C in a sealed, airtight container away from light — volatile menthol oils dissipate with prolonged air exposure
Documentation	Certificate of analysis and organic certification (SCX No. 24041) available on request

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Peppermint Premium Organic Large Cut — FAQs

Everything you need to know before you order.

What makes Austrian peppermint different to standard peppermint?

Austrian peppermint is grown in the cool, high-altitude conditions of the Austrian herb-growing regions — a climate and terroir that consistently produces peppermint with a higher natural menthol concentration and a noticeably cleaner, brighter aromatic profile than warmer-climate peppermint grown in Egypt, China, or India. The result is a leaf that opens with a more intense, immediately striking aroma and delivers a bolder, cleaner menthol flavour in the cup. For premium tea brands and buyers who want their peppermint product to stand apart, Austrian origin is a meaningful provenance point — it is used as a premium positioning marker by specialty tea brands across Europe and is increasingly recognised in the Australian specialty tea market.

What does 'large cut' mean and why does it matter for tea?

Large cut refers to the cut specification of the dried leaf — larger, more intact leaf pieces rather than the smaller, fragmented cut typical of standard commercial peppermint. This matters for several reasons. Visually, large cut peppermint leaf presents far more attractively in loose leaf tea, pyramid tea bags, and display packaging — end consumers can clearly see a real, premium leaf ingredient rather than generic herb dust. In pyramid tea bags, large cut leaf moves freely and infuses fully, producing a better cup. For loose leaf tea, large cut material photographs beautifully and communicates quality before the customer even brews it.

How do I use this peppermint in tea production?

For loose leaf tea, this large cut peppermint works as a primary ingredient or dominant flavour carrier — its bold menthol character can anchor a blend at 40–60% inclusion without being overwhelmed by other ingredients. For pyramid tea bag production, the large cut format is ideal — use at 1.5–2.5g per pyramid bag for a strong, full-flavoured infusion. For standard flat tea bags, large cut can be used but may benefit from a slight chop or screening to ensure consistent bag fill — contact us to discuss. Brew in hot water at 90–95°C for 4–6 minutes for a full-strength infusion. Contact sales@herbalconnection.com.au for bulk pricing.

Is this peppermint certified organic?

Yes — this peppermint is Certified Organic under SCX Certification No. 24041. Organic certification documentation is available on request. The Herbal Connection holds SCX organic certification — not NASAA. Contact sales@herbalconnection.com.au to request certification documentation.

How should I store peppermint leaf to protect the menthol aroma?

Peppermint's distinctive cooling character comes from volatile menthol oils — and volatile means they dissipate with air, light, and heat exposure. Store in a sealed, airtight container away from light and heat, ideally below 23°C. In a production environment, reseal bags immediately after use. Properly stored, premium peppermint retains its aromatic intensity for 12–24 months. Large cut format retains menthol oils slightly better than fine powder, as greater surface area is exposed in powder form.

What wholesale quantities and pricing are available?

Available in 250g, 500g, and 1kg online. For wholesale bulk quantities, carton lots, or ongoing supply pricing, contact our team at sales@herbalconnection.com.au. We supply wholesale to tea blenders, private label tea brands, naturopathic dispensaries, food manufacturers, and hospitality buyers across Australia.