Bitter. Not exactly the taste most people spontaneously reach for. And yet … it is precisely this bitterness that your body often needs. In our modern diet, bitter has almost disappeared. Sweet, salt and fat dominate, while bitter substances have less and less of a place at the table. In this blog, you’ll discover why […]
Sometimes I get asked, “Where do In Praise of Herbs ‘s organic herbs actually come from?” An interesting question, because the origin of our herbs tells a story about (ancient) traditions, climate and choices we make to offer fair and high-quality organic products. Today I take you on a journey through Europe and beyond, along […]
A cold macerate on water is a subtle and effective way to harness the power of herbs without the use of heat. This method is ideal for herbs that release their valuable constituents better in cold water. The process is simple, but requires patience and attention. How do you make a cold macerate? Carefully select […]
Decoct, a special word! But don’t worry, it’s easier than it sounds. A decoct, or decoction, is simply another way to prepare herbs. It is a powerful method of extracting active ingredients from hard, woody plant parts. Although an infusion – where you soak the softer parts of a plant in hot water – is […]
What is an herbal infusion? An infusion or herbal infusion is a hot watery decoction of herbs or plant(s). It is also popularly called an herbal tea, but this is actually incorrect. The term “tea” should officially be used only for aqueous infusions of the Camellia Sinensis plant (green tea, white tea, oolong tea, black […]
Since herbal tea is 99% water, it is advisable not to take the choice of water too lightly. In general, we can say that in most cases tap water is not a good option for an optimal tea experience. Especially not in Belgium and the Netherlands because the mineral content (especially calcium and magnesium) of […]
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