{"product_id":"cardamom-pods","title":"Cardamom Pods","description":"\u003cp\u003eCardamom pods are the aromatic seed capsules of Elettaria cardamomum, an Indian plant native to Ayurvedic traditions and cuisines worldwide. Cardamom has been prized for centuries as the \"queen of spices,\" both for its flavour and for use in herbal infusions. The pods hold small black seeds that when crushed or brewed release a warm, sweet-spicy fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCardamom pods are used whole or lightly cracked in tea to impart character to hot water. They're used in traditional chai blends and go well with black tea, ginger, cinnamon and clove. Cardamom pods alone make a mild, herbal infusion that contains no caffeine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to flavor, cardamom is traditionally used for digestion and post-meal refreshment and is usually drunk with food after meals to settle the stomach and refresh the palate. This versatile tea is good in traditional spiced teas and modern herbal blends - hot or chilled.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm, sweet \u0026amp; slightly citrusy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle eucalyptus-like freshness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMild spice with a long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIngredients\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhole green cardamom pods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical name: Elettaria cardamomum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine level\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally caffeine-free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow to brew\u003cbr\u003eWestern style:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 lightly crushed pods per cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e95degC water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteep 5-10 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongfu style:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3-5 pods per small teapot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShort steeps of 20-40 seconds, multiple infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIced \/ Cold brew:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4-6 pods per litre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefrigerate 6-12 hours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen to drink\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter meals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the evening, for a mellow infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt any time, as a refreshing, aromatic tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHealth benefits\u003cbr\u003eThe bioactive compounds in cardamom include cineole and terpinyl acetate which have been investigated for digestion and antimicrobial activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCould help with digestion and reduce bloating. \/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/24833896\/\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt contains compounds that fight oxidative stress. \/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4003706\/\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay enhance oral freshness and\/or antimicrobial activity. \/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23387397\/\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHealth-related notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupports digestion - usually used for comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is often added to warming herbal blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAyurveda and traditional herbal practices use this herb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCautionary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsume moderately during pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay interact with some medications - consult your healthcare professional if in doubt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStorage 1and1 shelf life\u003cbr\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from light in an airtight container.\u003cbr\u003eWhen stored properly, cardamom pods will keep quality for 4 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick FAQs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo what are cardamom pods?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are seed capsules of a spice plant used to flavour teas and foods.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould they be crushed before brewing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLight crushing releases more flavor, but whole pods are also fine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs cardamom tea spicy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou get some mild spice without the heat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I add other teas to it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes - it goes well with black tea and chai blends.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMay I reuse the pods?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can re-steep once or twice but flavour will be lighter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tea Life","offers":[{"title":"50g - Small","offer_id":39256335089731,"sku":"CARDAMON-50G","price":13.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g - Medium","offer_id":39256335122499,"sku":"CARDAMON-100G","price":23.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200g - Large!","offer_id":39256335155267,"sku":"CARDAMON-200G","price":39.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1225\/3182\/products\/cardamon-pods.jpg?v=1624340190","url":"https:\/\/www.tealife.co.nz\/products\/cardamom-pods","provider":"Tea Life","version":"1.0","type":"link"}