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Premium vs Commercial

Premium Tea

Premium teas account for about 5% of the current world's tea. Only the best top leaves and buds are hand-picked. Under the direction of the Tea Estate Master, the leaves are hand-processed and graded. Full leaf teas retain freshness and brew much better flavors.

Commercial Tea

Commercial teas account for about 95% of the current world's tea – the vast majority of which go into teabags. Mixed leaves are machine-picked along with some stems and twigs, then machine-processed by the CTC (cut, tear, curl) method into small particles. Small particles go stale faster and brew strong, but don't have nearly the flavor of premium teas.

Tea versus Tisane: the Mystery Unraveled.

Here is some basic terminology for those interested in the connection between tea and health.

Tea - Dried leaves from the plant camellia sinensis and camill assamicas grown in semi-tropical climates having alternating monsoon and dry periods.
Herbal Tea or “Tisane” - Leaves, flowers, bark, roots and berries from hundreds of plants which have found their way into hot water.
Beverage Tea - Teas and Tisanes consumed for enjoyment with and without food.
Medicinal Tea - Plants and herbs steeped in water, the “brew” of which is taken to affect specific body processes, usually to relieve symptoms as part of a health program.
Aryuvedic Tea - Aryuveda has its roots in traditional Indian philosophy. Aryuvedic herbal and tea blends are traditionally used to promote equilibrium in the organ systems so that the body functions at its optimal level.
Phytonutrient - Plant-based nutrient.
Nutraceutical - Recently coined word generally referring to plant-based nutrients with medicinal effects.
Black Tea - Associated with heart health, lower cholesterol and reducing chance of stroke.
Green Tea - Associated with anti-cancer effects via antioxidants & SOD (Super Oxide Dismutase).
Oolong Tea - Associated with healthy skin and weight loss via helping block fat absorption from meals.
White Tea - Similar health effects to Green Tea, but with more anti-oxidants.

Notes From Our Customers

"We all LOVE this Lemonscent tea. The kids had some in little cups while finishing their homework after dinner. Peggy and I drank from clear tea cups. The color of the tea is a beautiful yellow; I wanted to photograph the cup to frame on our wall."
-Jim O. Franktown, Virginia

Immune Booster

Technically called Herbal Infusions or Tisanes, but most commonly called Herbal “Teas,” these wonderful beverages come from the Leaves, Flowers, Bark, Roots, and Berries (Fruit) from hundreds of plants which have found their way into hot water over time.

Three things to know about Herbal Teas

1. All Herbal Teas are caffeine free, with the one notable exception of Yerba Mate. Caffeine free means no caffeine grows in the plant.

2. Please make the distinction between beverage teas and medicinal teas. Beverage teas simply taste good so people like them. Many beverage teas are also very healthy but that is not the main reason they are consumed. Medicinal teas are various plants and herbs steeped in water which are taken to affect specific body processes, usually to relieve symptoms as part of a health program.

3. The “proper” way to refer to Herbal Infusions is Tisanes because these “teas” don't come from the tea plant camellia sinensis; herbal infusions are perhaps the oldest, most used, most blended, and most natural drinks known.

	Berry-Licious™ Fruit Tea. 100% Pure Naturally Dried Fruit and Hibiscus Flowers. This delicious blend of dried elderberries, cranberries, currant, cherries, and hibiscus flowers makes a nice hot or iced beverage. $2.95
	Chamomile Our Natural Whole Flower Chamomile is some of the best around. The aroma is delightful and we pack it fresh for you to keep its best qualities. The Chamomile Flower brews a sweet and soothing tea th… $2.95
	Chrysanthemum Blossoms 100% Pure Naturally Grown Sun Dried Chrysanthemum "Mini" Blossoms have long been a desired tea in many regions of Asia because of its wonderful aroma and refreshing taste. It is natura… $6.50
	Citrus Ginger Mint Herbal Blend. Refreshing blend of Peppermint, Lemongrass, Ginger, Fennel, Lemon Peel, and Orange Peel. Good hot or iced. $3.50
	Fennel Seed Fennel seed, which has a mild licorice-like taste, is great for making a nicely flavored digestive tea, blending, or cooking. Our Fennel seed is top quality and always fresh. $3.50
	Ginger Root Naturally Dried (Non-Sulphited) – Real pieces of ginger root for real ginger lovers. This is your Grandma’s Ginger! Make a tea, blend, even use it in cooking. $2.75
	Green Tea with Lemon Myrtle tea Bags - Organic Lemon Myrtle has the refreshing flavor and aroma of a blend of lemongrass, lime and lemon. It has a clean lingering taste. It's healthy! Classified as a "medicinal tree" in Australia, it… $3.95
	Hawaiian Paradise Fruit Tea 100% Pure naturally Dried Fruits with Hibiscus Flower. Our most popular fruit tea. A wonderful blend of Apple, Blackberry, Elderberry, Cherry, Raspberry and Hibiscus Flowers produces a beautiful r… $3.50
	Hibiscus Flowers Naturally Dried. Only the best Hibiscus Flower Tops are used. They are cut and sifted for tea. Naturally slightly sour, and beautifully deep red when brewed, Hibiscus makes a nice tea on its own or… $2.95
	Honeybush Loose Leaf - Organic Top Grade available in the US. Certified Organic, Fair Trade and Kosher. A unique honey-scented red herbal tea with rich flavors. Good alone, or try blending it with Red Rooibos. $3.95
	Honeybush Tea Bags - Organic Top Grade available in the US. Certified Organic, Fair Trade and Kosher. A unique honey-scented red herbal tea with rich flavors. Good alone, or try blending it with Red Rooibos. 20 2-cup teabags pe… $3.50
	Immune Booster - Organic This is our most sought after herbal blend, both for its great taste and immune boosting properties. Customer response to this tea has been overwhelmingly positive. It is blended in small batches t… $4.95
	Judy's Lemonscent Natural Blend. Special blend that unites the Jasmine Flower, a tiny bit of Green Tea and Lemongrass to create a great tasting medium bodied herbal tea blend. It is naturally low in caffeine –less… $2.95
	Lemon Myrtle Loose Leaf - Organic Lemon Myrtle has the refreshing flavor and aroma of a blend of lemongrass, lime and lemon. It has a clean lingering taste. It's healthy! Classified as a "medicinal tree" in Australia, it… $3.50
	Lemon Myrtle Tea Bags - Organic Lemon Myrtle has the refreshing flavor and aroma of a blend of lemongrass, lime and lemon. It has a clean lingering taste. It's healthy! Classified as a "medicinal tree" in Australia, it… $3.95
	Lemon Spice™ Caffeine Free Herbal and Fruit Blend. What a great tasting tea blend! Refreshingly fruity and spicy at the same time. A unique and perfect blend of Lemon Grass, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Cloves, Pink Peppercorns, Ging… $3.95
	Lemongrass Premium Export Grade.  A sip of lemongrass takes you on a journey to faraway lands through the harmonious light taste of fresh lemon rounded out by a pleasing earthy tone. This herbal is great to dr… $2.95
	Licorice Root The pure thing—cut and sliced from the root! This naturally sweet herb is often used to settle the stomach or soothe the throat, but makes a nice tasting beverage on its own accord. $2.95
	Linden Flower Linden Flower, also known as Lime Tree Flower, is an amazingly good tasting caffeine free herbal tea. It has a hint of lime with a sweet earthy taste which lingers on the palate. It … $4.95
	Luscious Licorice Natural – Our best selling licorice based tea. This is a great blend of Licorice with Cinnamon, Anise, Fennel, Chamomile, Cloves, and touch of Orange Peel. Very refreshing and naturally sweet. $3.95
	Marvelous Mate™ Herbal Blend Marvelous Mate ™ is a blend of Organically Grown Green Yerba Mate with Naturally grown Cinnamon Bark, Ginger Root, Green Cardamom Pods, Vanilla Bean and a touch of Stevia Leaf.&… $3.95
	Morocco Mint Mate™ Natural Blend of Herbs and Green Tea. Morocco Mint Mate is our own herbal and tea version of Morocco Tea. It is energizing, tastes good, and is refreshing at the same time. Blended with Green Yerba… $3.50
	Oatstraw High quality green tops harvested before the plant comes to seed. Oatstraw has a nice amount of trace minerals good for the skin, hair and nails and so its often referred to as a “body tonic.” I… $2.95
	Organic Catnip Catnip is usually reserved for our fine feline friends. We keep it fresh and pack it fresh for kitty’s enjoyment. Mildly minty catnip has been used by some people as an interesting ingredient … $2.50
	Organic Peppermint Peppermint so fresh and pungent that you will first smell it, then taste it, and later notice the aroma in your empty cup. This is one of our best selling herbal teas. $2.95
	Organic Yerba Mate- Green A unique beverage with a slight amount of caffeine, matine (a cousin of caffeine but much more easily metabolized by the body), and lots of nutrients. Mate Yerba Tea has long been popular in South Am… $3.75
	Pau D'Arco Naturally Grown and Harvested Premium Inner Bark. Called the “divine bark” in South America, Pau D Arco is most known for helping boost the immune system. It is packed with nutrients including ir… $2.95
	Raspberry Leaf - Naturally Grown Premium grade leaves from the raspberry plant are harvested at their peak, then cut and sifted for tea. This refreshing herb, which has its own mild slightly woody taste is soft and downy in appearanc… $2.95
	Raspberry Leaf - Organic Premium Grade leaves from the raspberry plant are harvested at their peak, then cut and sifted for tea. This refreshing herb, which has its own mild slightly woody taste is soft and downy in appearanc… OUT OF STOCK $3.95
	Red Clover Blossoms - Organic - Back in stock February 2009 Temporarily out of stock until February 2009. 100% large Red Clover Blossoms are one of the most beautiful herbal teas, have a delicate floral aroma, and lovely mild taste. Good alone or use for b… OUT OF STOCK $5.50
	Red Mountain Mint ™ Natural Herbal Blend. Enjoy new heights in herbal tea. Our blend of Hibiscus Flowers, Lemongrass, Peppermint, Spearmint, and Rose Hips provides a blast of color and taste. Great hot or iced, Red Mou… $3.50
	Red Rooibos Loose Leaf - Organic Top Grade available in the US. Certified Organic and Kosher. After picking, leaves are rolled to bruise the leaf slightly, bringing natural flavanoids to the surface. Red Rooibos sits for about one… $2.95
	Red Rooibos Tea Bags - Organic (20 2-cup teabags) Top Grade available in the US. Certified Organic and Kosher. After picking, leaves are rolled to bruise the leaf slightly, bringing natural flavanoids to the surface. Red Rooibos… $3.50
	Relaxing Herbal Blend - Organic A blend of four premium calming herbs: Chamomile Flowers, Raspberry Leaf, Peppermint Leaf and Green Oatstraw Tops. Sit back and relax with this good tasting, soothing Tea. It’s hard to find… $3.50
	Rene's Essiac Tea - Organic Organic Medicinal Tea. This is NOT a beverage tea – it should not be used without advice from a qualified health practitioner.  Our customers have asked us for this anti-cancer tea first for… $11.95
	Safari Sunrise™ Honeybush Herbal Blend Safari Sunrise ™ is a caffeine free herbal blend. The base is Organic Honeybush which is blended with organic and naturally Grown Lemongrass, Spearmint, Ginger Root, Fennel … $2.95
	Sassafras Root Bark Naturally Grown and Harvested. An old-time American favorite and the original ingredient in root beer, Sassafras is now hard to come by. It smells so great and invigorating our staff even love to pa… $5.25
	Spearmint Naturally Grown – The mildest of the mints, Spearmint is a very pleasant tasting light herbal tea or is great for blending. $2.85
	Summer in Ceylon ™ Strand Tea's own blend of Premium Ceylon Whole Leaf Black Tea, Organic Lemon Myrtle, and Dried Lemon Peel. Customers have voted this one of our most popular blends. Excellent hot or iced. $2.95
	Toda Tea ™ Natural Herbal Blend. We surprised ourselves with how good this blend came out. It has the most interesting blend of tastes and enticing aromas. Imagine the best of New Orleans with a hint of Bomba… $3.95
	Whole Body Support Herbal Tea Whole Body Support is a Caffeine Free Herbal blend of Organic and Naturally Grown Holy Basil (Tulsi), Spearmint, Rosehips, Lemon Myrtle and Linden (Lime Tree) Blossoms perfectly blended to make a grea… $4.50
	Yerba Mate- Naturally Grown Green A unique beverage with a slight amount of caffeine, matine (a cousin of caffeine but much more easily metabolized by the body), and lots of nutrients. Mate Yerba Tea has long been popular in South Am… $3.50
	Yerba Mate- Roasted Dark, smoky and full-bodied. Green Mate is slow roasted according to traditional methods to preserve its character but produce a rich taste. Mate Yerba, both Green and Roasted is the choice drink of… $3.50