No-Jito (Citrus Mint Yaupon Tisane)

Description

With gentle, cool notes and a subtle natural, lemony and minty sweetness, this tisane can be enjoyed as a summer iced tea, evening mocktail, or a morning brew to get the day started.

The yaupon holly is the only caffeinated plant native to North America. It has thousands of years history of use among indigenous American tribes, especially, the Creek, Timuca, Chitimacha, Choctaw, Chickasaw, Cherokee and Apalachee, predating even our beloved Chinese tea.

Yaupon holly potential health benefits are said to include anti-inflammation, gut health, indigestion, and an energy boost without the jitters. This herb also lacks tannin and get be steeped for longer periods of time than tea without getting bitter.

Our yaupon holly is grown sustainably and harvested by hand, chemical free in Florida. The other ingredients in this tisane also have a number of purported health benefits as well as a good flavor boost. Lemongrass is said to aid digestion, heart health, pain relief and fever reduction. Lemon myrtle is said to have anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, skin soothing, respiratory aid and anti-oxidant properties. Spearmint is also said to have a number of benefits, including reducing stress and anxiety, gut health and detox. We hope you enjoy!