Sun-loving and vibrant, hyssop is a shrub and a member of the mint family. It is traditionally found in Southern Europe and the Middle East, but now also grows all over North America. You will also find hyssop growing in the dry, crumbly soil of the Mediterranean. While bees love the colorful bloom, hyssop also makes a delightful herbal tea.
A hyssop fun fact: Hippocrates, ancient Greece’s revered physician and considered “the father of medicine,” touted hyssop as the perfect solution to treat inflammatory conditions of the throat and chest; hyssop was likely his go-to medicinal to treat all bronchial issues of the day. It is also flavonoid-rich and a natural source of antioxidants.
Smooth, subtle, and oh-so nurturing, drinking hyssop tastes like nature. Imagine you are sitting on a worn, wooden bench, amidst a field of fragrant flowers, as a rising sun takes you to soothing places in your mind. A cup of this tea, beloved by Ayurvedic practitioners for its ability to assist with respiratory concerns, offers the opportunity to feel nurtured and content with the way things are.
To prepare a cup of Buddha Teas Hysoop Tea, use 1 bleach-free tea bag per cup of water heated to about 205°. This tea can handle a good, long steep. Remove tea bag and enjoy! You can make a super batch to consume over 48 hours by letting several tea bags infuse in a single glass jar. Store sealed in the refrigerator for up to two days.
At Buddha Teas, we are all about clean and truth, which is why our teas are crafted without artificial or natural flavorings, using only fresh, pure organic or sustainability wild harvested ingredients. We start with a philosophy of living in harmony with nature, not using it for profit. Our boxes are even made from 100% recycled material, making our teas as kind to the environment as they are to you.