{"product_id":"spearmint-tea-bulk","title":"Spearmint Tea Bulk","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe leaves of spearmint are brewed into a clean, cool herbal infusion instead of true tea. Peppermint is sharp and menthol-heavy versus spearmint - its carvone is sweet mint and fresh herb versus icy mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA good leaf is dark green with strong aromatic notes. Brew covered to keep volatile oils in the cup. A pale straw-green liquor in the mug will be neat and palate-cleansing: Think garden-fresh mint, a hint of citrus peel and a hint of meadow sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has no caffeinated kicks, is easy to brew, and tastes good hot or iced. Short steeps stay cool \u0026amp; delicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a minute for slightly more herbaceous grown-up dryness paired with lemon and a tablespoon of honey. In the kitchen it's versatile - serve as a chilled carafe for the table or whipped with green tea, chamomile or ginger for bespoke profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your thing is \"refreshing without bitterness,\" spearmint meets that bill with everyday ease: Bright, contemporary and perfect for morning through late evening sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eorganically grown India\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavour and Aroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sweet mint \/ fresh herb \/ citrus peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cool, clean mint; mild sweetness; crisp, dry finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody\u003c\/strong\u003e: light, refreshing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBitterness\/astringency:\u003c\/strong\u003e very low; over-steeped can be herbaceous.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContains 100% dried spearmint leaf.\u003cbr\u003eBotanical name: \u003cem\u003eMentha spicata L\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaffeine level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNone (caffeine-free).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to brew\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern style (mug\/pot)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2-3 g per 250 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e95 degC water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 to 7 minutes under cover, then strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRe-steep: once; add 2-3 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIced \/ cold brew\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5-8 g\/L cold filtered water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRefrigerate 6-8 hrs; strain (fresh, clean, lightly sweet \u0026amp; refreshing)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Drink\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll day: after meals, in breaks at work, or just before bedtime. Excellent in a lemon - based summer pitcher.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealth benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHormone balance - context - small trials: Spearmint tea twice daily over 30 days decreased free and total testosterone and moved LH \/ FSH favorably vs placebo in women with hirsusm \/ PCOS; Free testosterone dropped in an earlier 5-day study. Biochemical change \u0026gt; symptom change; small sample sizes.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCognitive support - extract, not tea: Working\/sustained attention was better in healthy adults and in age-associated memory impairment in randomised double-blind trials containing a high content of rosmarinic acid. (Supplement studies; It is very different from brewed tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolyphenols\/antioxidants: Spearmint leaves also contain some important phenolics (e.g.\u003cbr\u003e(General information only; not medical advice.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealth-related notes (general)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEat as much as you like in food-style portions as part of a good diet. To preserve aromatics, cover the cup while steeping. Flavour strength: adjust leaf and time of taste according to cut and origin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCautionary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReflux-prone. Some people find mint infusions aggrave reflux: use shorter steeps or drink with food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllergy\/sensitivity: Use with caution if allergic to mint or Lamiaceae plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePregnancy and breastfeeding: The usual culinary quantities are considered fine; Use only medicinal strength if directed by your clinician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren and pets: Keep out of reach; do not use essential oils internally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnusual symptoms should be discontinued.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage and Shelf Life\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep cool, dark and dry. Best within 12-18 months; Aromatics fade away once opened.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeppermint vs spearmint - the difference?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePeppermint is menthol-forward and punchy; Spearmint is more mild, sweet and culinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweeten it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOptional - honey or a splash of lemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood iced?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrilliant: cold brew minty with no bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tea Life","offers":[{"title":"1-KG","offer_id":67588031447107,"sku":"SPEARMINT-1KG","price":41.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3-KG ($30 \/ KG)","offer_id":67588031479875,"sku":"SPEARMINT-3KG","price":114.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5-KG ($29 \/ KG)","offer_id":67588031512643,"sku":"SPEARMINT-5KG","price":183.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1225\/3182\/products\/spearmint-tea-top.jpg?v=1624587803","url":"https:\/\/www.tealife.co.nz\/products\/spearmint-tea-bulk","provider":"Tea Life","version":"1.0","type":"link"}