Chinese legend says that the discovery of tea was an accident that occurred when tea leaves from twigs being used for fire rose up on a column of hot air and subsequently landed in the water being boiled. Being naturally adventurous and a keen herbalist, Shennong tried this brew and the rest about tea as known today is history.
More Herbs for Tea
Mint, of course, comes in many varieties including Peppermint, Spearmint, Chocolate Mint, and Bee Balm. They make a nice refreshing ice tea too,
Chamomile has small, daisy-like flowers and the tea is earthy with hints of apple and floral sweetness.
Rose petals tea can be made from any fragrant rose variety that’s been grown organically. Rose hip tea is red, with a tart lemon-orange flavor, and is a source of vitamin C. Cut slits in plump hips to speed drying and crush them slightly before brewing tea.
Sunflower seed hulls can be blacked over a dry cast-iron frying pan and add to teas for a hearty flavoring.
