Lavender is one of the world's oldest and most commonly used herbs. The organic Tibet wild lavender that we put in our blend is a fresh smelling variety that comes from Eastern Tibet -- no chemicals or pesticides are used in its cultivation.

No one is certain exactly how long the people of Tibet have harvested Lavender. Archaeology indicates that as long as a thousand years ago Tibetans were using the plant for its physically restorative and spiritually uplifting qualities. Ancient scrolls indicate Buddhist monks believed Lavender has a strong "grandmother energy"--they believed its scent contains elements of comfort, compassion and the wisdom of a lifetime of experience. They thought that Lavender has the ability to promote a sense of personal peace and stability, and freedom from mental and emotional stress. The herb still plays a part in the meditative ceremonies of certain temples and shrines in Tibet.

Spearmint is highly appreciated for its digestive properties and its ability to relieve nausea, especially due to motion sickness. Quite often it is also used to find relief from headaches and tension.

Chamomile has been prepared for thousands of years and is still honored for its great curative properties. It was first used in Europe about 1600 to help with insomnia, back pain, rheumatism, neuralgia and nervousness.

Chamomile grows throughout the world. The blossoms are the part of the plant used in brewing herbal tea.

Ingredients: Tibetan lavender, chamomile, spearmint

Origin: NM Tea Co. Blend
Preparation:
For 1 gallon, bring half a gallon of filtered water to boil in a pot. Turn off heat, and add 3 tablespoons (1 oz of tea), let steep for 5-6 minutes. Strain the tea into the other half gallon of cool water and refrigerate. If you want to serve immediately, you can pour the concentrate over ice.

Health Notes: Chamomile should not be used during pregnancy. Chamomile is a member of the daisy family of plants which includes ragweed. Those with allergies to ragweed should avoid drinking chamomile tea.