Five caffeine-free herbal teas for the cold season, from the shelf we reach for from October to April. Ayurvedic Breathe Deep is eucalyptus, thyme, mullein and licorice, the herbs traditionally used for a tight chest. Echinacea Immune Boost is echinacea root and elderberry with cinnamon and mint, traditionally used at the first sign of something coming on. Peppermint clears the head. Ayurvedic Ginger Lemon is ginger, lemon and lemongrass, and...

All about Cold Season Tea Set, 5 Loose Leaf Teas

In this set

  • Ayurvedic Breathe Deep

    Ayurvedic Breathe Deep is an all-natural loose leaf tea, crafted from ayurvedic herbs and spices to support healthy breathing. This blend of herbs is known to help provide relief to tight chest and lungs and to assist in getting a deeper sleep.

    Respiratory relief · Caffeine-free · Eucalyptus, menthol

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  • Ayurvedic Ginger Lemon

    Ayurvedic Ginger Lemon is a comforting blend of traditional ayurvedic herbs and spices combined with lemons and ginger. Ginger and lemon provide a great way to improve digestion and reduce inflammation.

    Digestive comfort · Caffeine-free · Ginger, citrus

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  • Peppermint, Organic

    Mentha x piperita

    Peppermint's known benefits include improved digestion and reduced pain from inflammation or cramps.

    Digestive comfort · Caffeine-free · Cool, refreshing

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  • Echinacea Immune Boost

    Echinacea Immune Boost is formulated to help boost immunity and reduce the symptoms of colds and infections.

    Immune support · Caffeine-free · Echinacea, warming

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  • Tulsi Multi

    Tulsi Multi is a blend designed to help boost your immune system and provides a natural way to de-stress. Tulsi is renowned for its adaptogenic properties, making it an ideal choice for those seeking improved mood, energy, and mental clarity.

    Daily wellness · Caffeine-free · Tulsi, rose

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What it’s like, and how to make it

CaffeineCaffeine free
What’s in itAyurvedic Breathe Deep: eucalyptus, licorice root, tulsi herb, ginger, cinnamon pieces, fennel seeds, thyme, cloves, cardamom, black pepper, mullein flowers, alfalfa, elecampane; Ayurvedic Ginger Lemon: ginger pieces, hibiscus, lemon, lemongrass, licorice root, black peppercorns; Peppermint, Organic: see its page; Echinacea Immune Boost: echinacea root, elderberries, cinnamon, fennel, peppermint, lemongrass, spearmint, rosehips; Tulsi Multi: tulsi herb, papaya pieces, apple pieces, rosehip, orange peel
How to brew it
  • 212°F / 100°C
  • Steep 5–7 minutes COVERED
  • Use 1–2 tsp per 8oz
  • Covering traps the volatile oils that carry most of the flavour

Beyond the cup

Breathe Deep steeped covered for ten minutes, the steam breathed in before the first sip. Echinacea Immune Boost at two teaspoons, ten minutes, three or four cups a day when something is coming on. Peppermint strong and covered, to keep the menthol in. Ginger Lemon after a heavy meal, and Tulsi Multi any afternoon.

  • Cold Season Tea Set: 5 Herbal Teas for Colds & Congestion: Ayurvedic Breathe Deep, Ayurvedic Ginger Lemon, Peppermint, Organic, Echinacea Immune Boost and Tulsi Multi, shown over a chalk-and-watercolour illustration
  • Illustration: Cold Season Tea Set: 5 Herbal Teas for Colds & Congestion, a mug of tea with honey and lemon, a lamplit cabin in falling snow beyond
  • Illustration of Ayurvedic Breathe Deep in The Tea & Spice Shoppe pouch, with the Blue Mountains of New South Wales
  • Illustration of Ayurvedic Ginger Lemon in The Tea & Spice Shoppe pouch, with Muziris on India's Malabar Coast in Roman times
  • Illustration of Peppermint, Organic in The Tea & Spice Shoppe pouch, with the physic gardens of Mitcham, Surrey, in the 1790s
  • Illustration of Echinacea Immune Boost in The Tea & Spice Shoppe pouch, with Fort Mandan on the upper Missouri in the winter of 1804
  • Illustration of Tulsi Multi in The Tea & Spice Shoppe pouch, with a family courtyard in India at sunrise