Teas
Bulbine
Bulbine is a succulent indigenous to Southern Africa, traditionally valued for both internal and topical uses. Loose-leaf, for brewing as a herbal tea.
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About Bulbine
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Origin story
Bulbine
- Botanical name
- Bulbine frutescens
- Native to
- South Africa
- Form
- Loose-leaf, dried
Bulbine is a succulent indigenous to Southern Africa, traditionally valued for both topical and internal herbal uses.
How to brew
Overview
- Tea: 1 heaped tsp per cup
- Water: 250 ml per cup
- Temperature: freshly boiled
- Steep: 5–7 minutes
Brew steps
- 0:00add tea to the pot
- 0:00pour over freshly boiled water
- 0:05cover with the lid
- 5:00strain, pour and enjoy
The easiest way to brew for two or more. Covering the pot keeps the heat and aroma in while the herbs infuse.
Overview
- Tea: 1 heaped tsp
- Water: 250 ml
- Temperature: freshly boiled
- Steep: 5 minutes
Brew steps
- 0:00add tea to an infuser in your mug
- 0:00pour over freshly boiled water
- 0:05cover the mug with a saucer
- 5:00lift out the infuser and sip
A quiet cup for one. A saucer over the mug keeps the warmth in; steep a little longer for a stronger brew.
Overview
- Tea: 2 heaped tsp
- Water: 500 ml cold
- Steep: 8–12 hours
- Serve: over ice
Brew steps
- Night beforeadd tea to a jug or jar
- Night beforepour over cold water and cover
- Overnightleave in the fridge to steep
- Next daystrain and pour over ice
Cold-steeping gives a smooth, gentle flavour. Keep it in the fridge and enjoy within two days.
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