Thés & Traditions
The French Tea Company – Since 2016
In winter, natural herbal teas help relieve cold symptoms such as coughs, sore throats and fevers. Herbs such as thyme, rosemary, sage and peppermint offer benefits for the respiratory tract and boost immunity. Discover our recipes for effective cold infusions.
The world of tea includes specific terms, classifying the quality of the leaves: whole, broken, ground. Grades vary, influencing taste. Understanding these distinctions helps you choose the right tea for your personal preferences.
Discover varied and original recipes for infusions with ginger, a root with multiple benefits. Learn how to prepare a simple ginger infusion, but also how to add lemon, honey or spices for unique flavors. Explore combinations with herbs, fruits or even cocoa for comforting and surprising infusions.
Fennel, or Foeniculum vulgare, is a member of the Apiaceae family. It is a perennial plant with a bulb, long stems and broad leaves.
Rosemary is used both in cooking and in phytotherapy. Rosemary is an aromatic plant, but it is also considered to have medicinal properties
Hemp oil, leaves and seeds have become increasingly popular in recent years. Far from the image of marijuana, hemp leaves are derived from the Cannabis sativa plant. They contain less than 0.2% THC and therefore produce no psychotropic effects.
Tasting teas and herbal teas allows you to appreciate the flavors of plants, while enjoying their benefits. Weight loss or toxin elimination? Antioxidant properties or liver benefits?
Christmas is approaching with the Secret Santa tradition. It's easy to find gifts for colleagues or friends for under 10 euros: decorations, delicacies, tea accessories. A variety of inspirations allow you to surprise without breaking your budget.
Ayurveda is an Indian medicine that balances the doshas to maintain health. In winter, rituals such as tongue scraping, yoga and oil massage are essential. These practices support immunity, digestion and promote relaxation. Adopt these routines for daily physical and mental well-being.
The festive season is synonymous with Christmas teas, with their comforting flavors of orange, cinnamon and spices. Traditionally based on black tea, these gourmet recipes come in green, white or rooibos teas, with hints of vanilla, chocolate or citrus. Each cup is perfect for enjoying or giving as a Christmas gift.
Tea has been an English tradition since the 17th century. Black teas such as Darjeeling, Assam or Earl Grey punctuate the day, often accompanied by milk. These teas, appreciated for their rich aromas, are drunk from morning to Tea Time. For best quality, opt for loose tea.
Growing tea in your garden is possible with the Camellia Sinensis shrub, which produces beautiful leaves and flowers. It requires acid soil, regular watering and moderate exposure to the sun. In France, Brittany and the Atlantic coast are ideal for its cultivation. After harvesting, you can prepare your own home-made teas by drying or roasting the leaves.