Jiaogulan (Gynostemma) - Loose Herbal Tea

Natural Caffeine-Free Herbal Infusion Jiaogulan, Gynostemma sp. (also known as Immortality tea) is a vine from the cucumber and melon family that grows in South and East Asia. It became famous as "immortality tea" due to a report from the 1970s which showed the popularity of the tea among inhabitants around the Fanjing Mountain region of the Guizhou province. These people were said to have a longer than normal lifespan. Once harvested, the herb is cut, heat treated and dried. Upon brewing, the whole leaf tea yields a refreshing light yellow caffeine-free infusion with vegetal notes and sweetish bitter taste. The sweetish taste is enhanced and the bitterish taste is alleviated with each successive infusion. Jiaogulan (Gynostemma) is known to be a powerful adaptogen Limited clinical studies have also been conducted to support therapeutic applications such as a role in the management of type 2 diabetes, obesity, fatty liver disease and immune response (such as asthma) Ingredients Pure Jiaogulan (Gynostemma sp) How to enjoy this tea Steep 1 tsp (1.5g) per cup for 3-5 mins in 80-90° C water. Use some of the water to first wash the tea leaves once briefly to activate the Jiaogulan. Multiple infusions are strongly recommended. Successive infusions are smooth and delicious. Jiaogulan can be enjoyed either as a hot infusion or cooled down to make an iced tea. It can be had either plain or with lemon or honey. Can be blended with some of our other infusion/ingredients like Peppermint, Spearmint or Tulsi to make a delicious cup of tea. Caffeine content nil Origin China