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Tulsi Holy Basil Loose Leaf Herbal Tea

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A delicious loose leaf herbal tea grown by an all-female group high in the Himalayas at 1800m above sea level. Tulsi is also known as Holy Basil, the Queen of Herbs and its latin name is Ocimum tenuiflorum. It is considered a sacred plant and used in Ayurvedic medicine to relieve anxiety and tension.

Naturally caffeine free.

Tasting Notes

A natural fruity sweetness evocative of juicy fruit chewing gum - this extraordinary herb reveals layers of delicious complexity with additional notes of cinnamon, cloves and a gentle aniseed finish.

Cost Per Cup

£0.17 per cup based on 2g of tea per 150ml of water and 3 infusions.

Origin

Ilam, Koshi Province, Nepal

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Recommended Infusion Guide

  • Quantity

    Use 2g of leaf per 150ml of water.

  • Temperature

    For the optimum infusion use 100°C water.

  • Time

    Infuse for 1 minute, tasting regularly.

  • Infusions

    You can infuse this herb at least three times. With each careful infusion, different subtleties of flavour are revealed.

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More infusion tips

How to infuse your tea is very personal, and these are just our recommendations based on experience. Please experiment with these variables to your heart's delight. These are our recommendations, not hard and fast rules. The most delicious tea is the one you love.

Our guide uses a standard tea cup size (150ml/5.5 oz) as a measure, please adjust the quantity of leaf accordingly for less or more water. Our whole loose leaves are of such a high quality that you can infuse our teas at least twice, and the second infusion is often better than the first, with different flavours revealed as the leaf softens. If you prefer your tea stronger, add more leaf, don’t leave it for longer (this will just make it bitter).

Tulsi is commonly used in India and Nepal as a sacred and healing herb - particularly in Ayurvedic medicine. It is believed to help the body manage physical and emotional stress.

Our loose tea Tulsi is a pure herb that comes from a small, quarter-hectare organic farm in the Ilam region of Eastern Nepal. This stunning region borders India and the famous tea gardens of Darjeeling.

It is grown by an all-female group of local farmers who support their families and children's education through their work.

Most of the Tulsi found on the global market comes from India. We have chosen to champion these farmers and their unique terrior to promote the incredible herbs of Nepal and these wonderful individuals. And we all benefit because they taste divine.

This is truly the best Tulsi we have ever tasted.

Ilam, Eastern Nepal at 1800m altitude on 1/4 hectare

Harvest time - October to November

Ilam shares the border with India where Darjeeling is located, Darjeeling and Ilam have very similar climate, soil profile and tea aromas and cultivation. However, some regions of Ilam are at a higher altitude than Darjeeling.

Five farmers (all women) who support their families and children's education by working on the farm. The women are from Eastern Nepal and want to promote Nepali herbs in the global market.

What is Tulsi tea?

Tulsi is a delicious herb that is often used as a tea. Also known as Holy Basil, the Queen of Herbs and by its latin name, Ocimum tenuiflorum or Ocimum sanctum, it makes a delicious and naturally caffeine-free infusion.

Tulsi has been used for many centuries as part of Ayurveda practice. We source our Tulsi tea because it is both delicious and organically and sustainably farmed. It is grown by an all-female collective high in the Himalayas, at 1800 meters above sea level.

What does Tulsi taste like?

Tulsi has a unique flavour profile that differs between regions and terroirs. The taste is complex with notes of clove and cinnamon, with a gentle aniseed flavours and a hint of mint.

An infusion of Tulsi herbal tea is refreshing, soothing, and rejuvenating. The aroma of the hot tea is as delicious as the taste.

Does Tulsi tea have caffeine?

Tulsi does not have caffeine, as it is an herbal infusion, unlike true tea which comes from the Camellia sinesis plant.

Health benefits

Tulsi has many potential health benefits when consumed in addition to a healthy diet and lifestyle. At Rare Tea, we are not doctors or medical professionals, but each of our teas can certainly enhance your life and well-being, deliciously.

Tulsi has a long history as a natural remedy in India and Nepal. It is considered a sacred plant in Ayurvedic medicine and is believed to relieve stress, anxiety, and tension. Additionally, Tulsi might help digestion and support the immune system. It contains antioxidants and antimicrobial properties. More clinical studies are needed to understand more about this delicious plant. But we offer ours as loose leaves, without industrial tea bags leeching nanoplastics, industrial solvents, glues or anything else untoward into your tea. The farmers follow organic and sustainable practices.

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