Loose Tea with Cardamom

Along with vanilla and saffron, cardamom is one of the most expensive spices in the world. The small capsules are not only sought after for their sweet and pungent taste, but also because they have been said to have special healing properties since time immemorial. As a spice, it is an indispensable ingredient for many Ayurvedic recipes and for curry spice mixtures. Even chai teas cannot do without cardamom. Many of our exotic teas, such as this Ayurveda tea, the delicious Rooibos Chai or a healthy Black Energy tea, contain cardamom as an ingredient. Just browse through our assortment.

Cardamom Health Benefits

While cardamom is nowadays mainly known for its use in exotic cuisine, the spice has also been used as a medicinal remedy since ancient times. Cardamom contains essential oils and antioxidants. Ayurvedic medicine recommends the spice especially for digestive complaints of all kinds, as well as for colds and respiratory complaints. The essential oils are said to have an antispasmodic and expectorant effect.

Cardamom is mainly grown in India, Thailand, Iraq and China. This means that cardamom always has to be imported at great expense and has very long transport routes. This is not exactly good for sustainability. For your own good, you should always make sure to buy cardamom with an organic seal of quality. This minimises the risk of consuming spices contaminated with pesticides. All our loose teas with cardamom as an ingredient are certified organic, so you can buy them with a clear conscience. Cheers.