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

All about Peppermint, Organic — Herbal Tea

What it’s like, and how to make it

CaffeineCaffeine free
TasteCool, refreshing, sharp menthol bite, slightly sweet
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

212°F / 100°C — Steep 5–7 minutes COVERED (preserves volatile menthol) — Use 1–2 tsp per 8oz — Won't become bitter — Excellent iced

Beyond the cup

The after-meal reset. Traditionally used for bloating, gas, and sluggish digestion. Clears the sinuses when you're stuffed up — breathe it in while you sip. Brew strong (2 tsp, steep 5–7 minutes, keep it covered to trap the menthol) and drink between meals, not with food.

  • Peppermint, Organic loose leaf tea, shown over a chalk-and-watercolour illustration
  • Illustration: Peppermint, Organic with the physic gardens of Mitcham, Surrey, in the 1790s
  • Illustration of Peppermint, Organic in The Tea & Spice Shoppe pouch, with the physic gardens of Mitcham, Surrey, in the 1790s
  • Peppermint - Organic - The Tea & Spice Shoppe
  • Peppermint - Organic - The Tea & Spice Shoppe
Good for

When your stomach's off

  • Traditionally used in herbal medicine to help relieve digestive discomfort, bloating and gas
  • Traditionally used as an expectorant to help relieve congestion
  • Cooling, clean and naturally caffeine-free
  • The after-dinner cup, and the one for a stuffy head
What the research looked at

Soothes digestive discomfort, bloating, and occasional gas through smooth muscle relaxation
Clears nasal congestion and opens airways via menthol's cooling action
Refreshes and clears the head during afternoon energy dips
Anti-inflammatory through rosmarinic acid (well-extracted into tea)
Dual anti-nausea action — 5-HT3 antagonism confirmed alongside ginger's mechanism

These teas are foods, sold as such. Nothing on this page is intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

What it goes with

The classic digestive triple: peppermint for cramping, Fennel Seeds for gas, and Ginger Ground for nausea. Grab all three and blend them together for a stomach-settling powerhouse that covers every angle.

Where it takes you

The ResetOne sip and your body remembers.

Also in these blends

On its own, this is the straight thing. It also goes into these blends, each made for a different evening. Read about Peppermint →

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What the time-travelers say

5.0 from 1 review of this one, and 206 of the shop’s 213 are five stars

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— Zoe R. Verified

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— Jennifer D. Verified

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This has helped my household a lot with circulation and alertness when we had it everyday. Will be ordering again soon. Thanks

— Dave G. Verified

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Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product.…

Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product. 10/10!!

— Erin Poeta P. Verified

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I love this black tea, it has a really nice smooth flavour and love how it’s Swiss water method decaf. Will be buying again!

— Jessica A. Verified

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Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite…

Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite flavorful.

— Joel R. Verified

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— Ted H. Verified

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— Merrilee B. Verified

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A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an…

A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an enjoyable second cup!

— Monika F. Verified

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