Each Ali gourd is truly inspirational. Ali, the artist, stylistically burns the outside of the gourd to a rich, dark brown. Then, she carves beautiful geometric mandalas revealing the natural light brown color of the gourd. Her mandalas reflect flowers, mountains, spirals, and other natural elements. Each Ali gourd comes with a 10-page booklet detailing its use in South American culture and instructions on how to cure, pack, and care for your gourd. *Bombilla not included. Roasted mate leaves are used throughout South America to make an infusion with stimulant effects. This plant provides a good alternative to tea or coffee, as it is not so upsetting to the system. There are also significant health benefits to its use. Yerba mate contains xanthine alkaloids (caffeine, theobromine, and theophylline), saponins, and 10% chlorogenic acid. Sterols resembling ergosterol and cholesterol are also present in yerba mate, and novel saponins, called matesaponins, have been discovered. Saponins are phytochemicals which have been shown to stimulate the immune system. Yerba mate leaf is also a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and 15 amino acids. The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends Mate for 'Mental and physical fatigue.' 'Average daily dosage: 3 g of drug; equivalent preparations. Mode of Administration: Comminuted herb for teas, herb powder for other galenical preparations for internal use.' 'Actions: Analeptic; Diuretic; Positively inotropic; Positively chronotropic; Glycogenolytic; Lipolytic.' An analeptic is a CNS stimulant. Chronotropic means: rate of muscle contraction. Inotropic means: force of muscle contraction. This has significance for people with heart problems. A positive effect on these two actions would mean an increase in the rate of contraction (positive chronotropic) and an increase in the force of contraction (positive inotropic). A glycogenolytic agent promotes the conversion of glycogen to burnable glucose. A lipolytic agent promotes the hydrolysis of fat. Mate is used for fatigue, nervous depression, rheumatic pains, psychogenic headache, and is specifically indicated for headache from fatigue. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia lists mate for psychogenic headache, fatigue, nervous depression, and rheumatic pains. In Germany, mate leaf is used as a component of prepared bladder and kidney teas, headache teas, and laxative teas. Mate dry extract is found as a component of instant teas and the alcoholic tincture is used in compound fluid preparations. In the United States, mate is used in monopreparations and as a component of central nervous system stimulant dietary supplements for mental and physical fatigue, aqueous infusion, alcoholic tincture, and aqueous dry extract. Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal': 'The tea is very sustaining, and sometimes it is the only refreshment carried for a journey of several days. Tonic
The Dripless Teapot is our new 20 oz porcelain teapot designed to steep both loose leaf tea and tea bags. It features a suction tight lid, a unique groove to securely hold tea bag tags, and a spout to prevent drips and spatters. Handcrafted by artisans in a socially and environmentally responsible manner, the Dripless Teapot is dishwasher safe and 100% lead & cadmium free. For making loose leaf tea (and for stringless tea bags), insert the complementary Tuffy Tea Steeper (collapsed one level) and pour hot water over your tea leaves. When your tea is steeped and ready to serve, remove the Tuffy loose leaf infuser by placing it on its saucer, and replace the ceramic lid.
A stainless steel, heart shaped mesh tea ball infuser with a chain that can be clipped onto the outside of your mug. For the best tea flavor, fill the infuser just half full to allow the leaves to expand. Remove promptly when the tea has steeped to desired strength.
Numi's Dancing Leaves Teapot provides the finest handsewn Flowering Tea leaves and flowers offered together in a 14 oz. glass teapot (420 ml.) for a unique and distinguished gift. Contains our Teahouse Glass Teapot and 1 of each of the following Flowering Teas: Flower Jewel, Starlight Rose, Dragon Lily, Emerald Sun, and Golden Jasmine. Certified Organic by QAI. Kosher and Pareve. Halal.
This bombilla (metal filter-straw) is hand-crafted from a benefical alloy of zinc, magnesium, and iron. It will not rust, flake, or peel. Used to filter the yerba mate from the gourd, the bombilla provides a direct herbal infusion. Roasted mate leaves are used throughout South America to make an infusion with stimulant effects. This plant provides a good alternative to tea or coffee, as it is not so upsetting to the system. There are also significant health benefits to its use. Yerba mate contains xanthine alkaloids (caffeine, theobromine, and theophylline), saponins, and 10% chlorogenic acid. Sterols resembling ergosterol and cholesterol are also present in yerba mate, and novel saponins, called matesaponins, have been discovered. Saponins are phytochemicals which have been shown to stimulate the immune system. Yerba mate leaf is also a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and 15 amino acids. The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends Mate for 'Mental and physical fatigue.' 'Average daily dosage: 3 g of drug; equivalent preparations. Mode of Administration: Comminuted herb for teas, herb powder for other galenical preparations for internal use.' 'Actions: Analeptic; Diuretic; Positively inotropic; Positively chronotropic; Glycogenolytic; Lipolytic.' An analeptic is a CNS stimulant. Chronotropic means: rate of muscle contraction. Inotropic means: force of muscle contraction. This has significance for people with heart problems. A positive effect on these two actions would mean an increase in the rate of contraction (positive chronotropic) and an increase in the force of contraction (positive inotropic). A glycogenolytic agent promotes the conversion of glycogen to burnable glucose. A lipolytic agent promotes the hydrolysis of fat. Mate is used for fatigue, nervous depression, rheumatic pains, psychogenic headache, and is specifically indicated for headache from fatigue. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia lists mate for psychogenic headache, fatigue, nervous depression, and rheumatic pains. In Germany, mate leaf is used as a component of prepared bladder and kidney teas, headache teas, and laxative teas. Mate dry extract is found as a component of instant teas and the alcoholic tincture is used in compound fluid preparations. In the United States, mate is used in monopreparations and as a component of central nervous system stimulant dietary supplements for mental and physical fatigue, aqueous infusion, alcoholic tincture, and aqueous dry extract. Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal': 'The tea is very sustaining, and sometimes it is the only refreshment carried for a journey of several days. Tonic, diuretic, diaphoretic, and powerfully stimulant.'
This stainless steel bombilla has an innovative spring-loaded double filter at the tip for easy cleaning and clog-free use. It comes in a package with instructions for care and use.
Brew any coffee - one cup at a time - in your Keurig Single-Cup Brewer! Simply insert the Adapter Piece into your Keurig Brewer, add your favorite bag coffee to the My K-Cup Filter, insert the filter into the adapter piece, and you are ready to brew! Brew any coffee you want! Works with any bag coffee Fits Mini, Elite, Special Edition, Platinum and Breville Keurig Brewers Dishwasher safe (top-rack) Brew any coffee we offer - Fair Trade Organic coffees, Single Origins, or your Signature favorites - with single-cup convenience. The "My K-Cup" adapter is an innovative, reusable K-Cup compatible with B40, B50, B60, and B70 Keurig Brewers. Now you can enjoy your favorite ground coffee with your Keurig Brewer! You choose the coffee. you choose how much coffee, and you choose the grind. More, since the My K-Cup adapter uses no paper filters, there's no waste. Simply rinse the filter between brew cycles, or drop the entire adapter assembly in your dishwasher. Hankering for a single cup of our Kona? Mocha Java? How about Dark Magic Espresso Decaf? With My K-Cup, you can! You receive one Adapter piece and one reusable filter Holds 2.7 Tablespoons of ground coffee Dishwasher safe (We recommend top-rack, only.) Compatible with Keurig B30, B40, B60 and B70 brewers Not for use with commercial brewers Of course, when you run out of whole bean coffee, you can always choose from our full line of K-Cup Coffees & Tea.
This dark brown mate artisan gourd has a decorative aluminum alpaca rim and stand. These mate vessels are ideal for enjoying yerba mate tea traditional-style with a bombilla.
This specially designed ceramic teapot has two lids-one flat inner lid and one curved lid on top. After filling with water and adding a root of ginseng, the cooker is used as a double boiler. it is placed in another pot with water reaching up to its handles. The water is brought to a boil which heats the water in the cooker. Simmer until the water in the outside pot has boiled half away-about 40 minutes. Tea prepared in this way is very rich as the medicinal elements normally lost by evaporation are retained.
A stainless steel, heart shaped mesh tea ball infuser with a chain that can be clipped onto the outside of your mug. For the best tea flavor, fill the infuser just half full to allow the leaves to expand. Remove promptly when the tea has steeped to desired strength. This larger infuser can also be used for infusing herbs into your bath or making large amounts of tea.
Large 4 1/2" X 2" stainless steel mesh infuser. It has a hook and chain for easy removal from large stock pots, tea pots, or cider or wine vessels. Made in China.
16 oz. capacity. Great when on the go - camping, traveling, for business, vacationing or anytime you need to make espresso from a compact unit. Made in China.
Gourmet Single Cup Brewing System. Automatic. Brews in under one minute. Makes up to 8 cups before refilling 48 oz. water reservoir. Auto-off feature. Removable drip tray. The drip tray holds a full brew. For travel mugs, just remove drip tray. It is dishwasher safe. Limited one year warranty available through Keurig. For household use only. Warranty is VOID if used in a business/community environment. Made in China. UL listed. To brew: Open the brewer lid. Place the K-Cup portion pack in the brewer. Close the lid and press the brew button. -You may select your brew size. The small cup button will yield a 5.25 oz. serving, and the small mug button will yield a 7.25 oz. serving. Full instructions included. Cleaning: K-Cup holder assembly is dishwasher safe. Funnel is dishwasher safe. The Keurig single-cup brewing system uses a special packaging for coffee, tea and hot cocoa called K-Cup® portion packs or "K-Cups®". Each K-Cup is an airtight, mini-brewer that locks out oxygen, light, moisture and humidity while locking in freshness and flavor. Keurig's Unique Brewing Technology Keurig's patented brewing technology is the finest single-cup system available on the market. Keurig brewers use an innovative single-cup technology that ensures a fresh-brewed, perfect cup of coffee or tea every time. How Does it Work? Keurig's pressurized system delivers the exact amount of coffee at the right temperature with the right pressure of water to ensure optimal flavor extraction for every serving. Brewing K-Cups with a Keurig Kitchen Brewer With a full reservoir of fresh water and a mug on the drip tray, place your favorite brand of K-cup® portion pack into the holder. Press the handle down and two needles puncture the K-Cup for you so that there is no need to handle any coffee grounds or coffee filters. Then just select your brew size and hit the brew button and the Keurig brewing system instantly forces the pre-heated water through the K-Cup and into your mug. The Keurig brewing system offers gourmet coffee drinkers a top quality, coffee house cup of coffee with the convenience of brewing immediately in your own kitchen. The Keurig brewer makes a fine cup of coffee in under a minute and takes away all the guesswork from brewing a consistently great cup of coffee. People who enjoy gourmet coffee are quickly realizing that Keurig single-cup is the way to make coffee. It's easy because Keurig single-cup brewing takes all the guesswork out of making a great cup of coffee. Each individually sealed K-Cup® portion pack contains the perfect amount of coffee ensuring the perfect amount of ground coffee to satisfy every taste profile. This superior K-Cup technology offers the perfect cup of coffee without the mess of grinding coffee beans and loading grounds into coffee filters. The Keurig brewing system also offers a coffee house quality cup of coffee for just a fraction of the cost of a coffee house and with the conveni
Tips out of the way when straining then sits on the table to catch the drips. Fill infuser ½ full with tea. Immerse in boiled water and let steep for 3 to 6 minutes.
Specially designed for use with teapot or cup. Use as an infuser or strainer. Fill infuser ½ full with tea. Immerse in boiled water and let steep for 3 to 6 minutes.
TUFFY TEA STEEPER is our silicone tea infuser designed for travel, easy storage, and making loose tea to go. This durable, foldable, reusable, loose leaf tea steeper is compatible with most mugs and many teapots. The lid also doubles as a saucer for the brewing basket when your leaf tea is done steeping. It is perfect for bringing your gourmet loose tea while traveling. From camping to hotels, you'll be set with the ability to make loose tea. Features: Food-Grade silicone loose leaf infuser Heat & stain resistant Dishwasher safe Durable Lightweight: 2 oz (57 g) Compact tea steeper Dimensions: Inner Rim Diameter = 2.5" Outer Rim Diameter = 3.5" Height = 3.25", can fold down to 1"
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