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Essiac Tea
Essiac Tea
Essiac Tea
Essiac Tea

Essiac Tea

$13.00

Way back in the 1920s, some rumors started to circulate from within the forests of Ontario Canada about a tea that can help fight against certain conditions.

A nurse going by the name of Renee Caisse was purportedly the holder of a secret tea blend she had discovered - of which she protected up until just before her death...

While we won't claim this tea will fight/prevent cancer as some others do, this combination of herbs does have a very good level of antioxidants, along with compounds within this blend proven to have a protective mechanism to help prevent DNA damage/degradation and positively affect the immune system.

For more information view our article on Essiac Tea here.

Ingredients

  • Burdock Root
  • Slippery Elm
  • Turkish Rhubarb
  • Sheep Sorrel

Please note our Blend is freshly ground in-house and is a fairly heavy grind, therefore the appearance of 50g is not a huge amount.

organically grown various origins

Brewing

This one is a little different to your usual pour and go teas.

  1. 17 grams for every 500ml of water
  2. Add to boiling water in the pot for 10 mins
  3. Leave covered overnight
  4. The next day bring it to steaming, but not a boil
  5. Let it cool again - and it's ready
  6. Normally 30ml is consumed each time on an empty stomach twice a day.
  7. After this, it should be kept refrigerated and consumed within the week.
  8. When drinking, feel free to add 60ml water to water down 
Ingredients

Arctum lappa - Burdock Root.

Slippery Elm/Ulmus rubra.

Ricotta-rhubarb - Rheum.

Rumex acetosa.

Health Benefits

Due to the high amount of vitamins within this tea, it's hard to list them all so here's just a few...

  • Plentiful in Antioxidants
  • Very good for the immune system
  • Great preventative medicine
  • Also good for sore throats
Cautionary Notes

Can cause the immune system to become more active, so use with caution if you have an auto-immune disease.

Weight
Weight: 50g - Small
In stock, ready to ship

Pickup available at North St Marys Warehouse

Usually ready in 1 hour

Taste Profile

Aroma: It is earthy, herbal and slightly woody with a soft root sweetness.

Taste: The flavors are mild, earthy, and slightly bitter-sweet, with burdock's rootiness, rhubarb sweetness, and sheep sorrel light herbal sharpness, balanced by slippery elm's smoothness.

Mouthfeel: Silky smooth, slightly thickened from slippery elm, with a mild herbal body.

Finish: Clean, earthy & slightly tangy with herbal dryness lingering.

Liquor colour: Pale brown to dark amber.

Lovely with: A dash of honey, ginger, marshmallow root, or blended with peppermint for a lighter finish.

Common Questions

But what is Essiac Tea?
Burdock root, slippery elm, Turkish rhubarb, and sheep sorrel - an earthy blend traditionally used in herbal traditions.

Is it caffeinated?
Nope - Essiac is a herbal infusion and contains no caffeine.

Are there added flavours or sugars?
No - this blend is pure herbs. Check the ingredients list for confirmation.

Does it get reheated?
Yes, reheat gently if the pre-brewed. avoid boiling. Or eat it cold. Refrigerate immediately and consume within 24 hours.

How do I store it, and how long does it keep?
Keep cool, dry, and away from light, store it airtight. Best used within 18-24 months for best aroma and potency.