Buchu Tea Pure Leaves 150g, loose

How does Buchu tea taste?

Immerse yourself in the invigorating world of Buchu – the revitalizing herbal elixir that refreshes the body and mind.

Enjoy the fruity, peppermint-like scent that invigorates your senses and conveys a feeling of freshness.

Experience the refreshing minty taste of Buchu, accompanied by a fruity-tart note that is reminiscent of blackcurrants and pampers your palate.

The Magic of Buchu: Taste, Health and Skin Care

Buchu (Agathosma betulina) is a shrub up to two meters tall with rounded leaves dotted with conspicuous oil glands protruding from the edges.

When the leaves are crushed, the essential oil released from the oil glands gives off a characteristic smell and taste of blackcurrant and mint.

The valuable oil is rich in isomenthone and diosphenol.

Buchu is restricted to South Africa and is a typical part of fynbos vegetation.

Buchu was an important part of the Khoi culture in the Cape and still enjoys an excellent reputation throughout South Africa as a general health tonic. The leaves are chewed fresh or dried or infusions are made.

It is well documented that these plants have been used for cosmetic and medicinal purposes since ancient times.

Preparation

Pour about 4 g of buchu leaves with about 250 ml of boiling water in a cup or teapot and let it steep for 5-10 minutes, depending on your taste.

Refine the Buchu infusion with a slice of lemon or ginger and enjoy.

The best drinking temperature is around 60°C.

You can use hot brewed Buchu tea to make delicious and refreshing iced teas.

Ingredients

• Buchu