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COMPLETE GUIDE

Ingredients & Botany

Every Almaté blend is born from the careful combination of teas, herbs, spices and flowers selected for their origin, aroma and properties. This guide brings together the ingredients that give life to our collections: where they come from, what flavour they contribute and why we choose them.
BASE TEAS

Base Teas

The six fundamental varieties of Camellia sinensis from which all our teas originate.
Matcha: Japanese green tea leaf shade-grown and stone-ground into a fine, vivid green powder.
MATCHA TEA

Matcha

Japanese green tea leaf shade-grown and stone-ground into a fine, vivid green powder. Consuming the whole leaf concentrates L-theanine and catechins (EGCG) far above those of a normal infusion, providing sustained energy, mental clarity and a characteristic umami flavour.
Green Tea (Sencha): Camellia sinensis leaves steamed shortly after harvest to preserve their colour and freshness.
GREEN TEA

Green Tea (Sencha)

Camellia sinensis leaves steamed shortly after harvest to preserve their colour and freshness. Rich in antioxidant catechins with moderate caffeine, it offers a vegetal, slightly sweet and astringent flavour traditionally associated with longevity.
White Tea (Silver Bud): The least processed tea: only buds and young leaves covered in a fine silver down, dried with minimal oxidation.
WHITE TEA

White Tea (Silver Bud)

The least processed tea: only buds and young leaves covered in a fine silver down, dried with minimal oxidation. Its flavour is delicate and sweet, with floral and fresh-hay notes, and it concentrates polyphenols that act as a gentle antioxidant.
Oolong Tea: A semi-oxidised tea between green and black, crafted through an artisanal process of withering and repeated partial oxidation.
OOLONG TEA

Oolong Tea

A semi-oxidised tea between green and black, crafted through an artisanal process of withering and repeated partial oxidation. The result is a complex profile, ranging from floral and creamy notes to toasted and fruity ones, with a balanced energy boost.
Black Tea: Fully oxidised leaves that develop a coppery colour and a robust, malty and spiced flavour.
BLACK TEA

Black Tea

Fully oxidised leaves that develop a coppery colour and a robust, malty and spiced flavour. It is the base for classic blends such as Earl Grey and Chai, and provides the highest caffeine content among traditional teas.
Pu-Erh Tea: A Chinese post-fermented tea pressed into cakes and aged for months or years.
FERMENTED TEA

Pu-Erh Tea

A Chinese post-fermented tea pressed into cakes and aged for months or years. It develops earthy and damp-wood notes with a velvety body, and is traditionally associated with aiding digestion and metabolic balance.
FUNCTIONAL INFUSIONS & BOTANICALS

Functional Infusions & Botanicals

Caffeine-free plants and infusions valued for their calming and digestive properties.
Rooibos: A South African shrub (Aspalathus linearis) whose fermented leaves are brewed into a reddish, naturally caffeine-free tea.
RED INFUSION

Rooibos

A South African shrub (Aspalathus linearis) whose fermented leaves are brewed into a reddish, naturally caffeine-free tea. It has a sweet flavour, slightly reminiscent of vanilla and wood, and is rich in aspalathin, an antioxidant unique to this plant.
Chamomile: Dried flowers of Matricaria chamomilla, one of the most widely used medicinal plants in the world.
MEDICINAL FLOWER

Chamomile

Dried flowers of Matricaria chamomilla, one of the most widely used medicinal plants in the world. Its infusion is gentle, slightly sweet and floral, traditionally used to relax the nervous system and aid digestion.
Hibisco: Dried petals of Hibiscus sabdariffa that produce a deep ruby-red infusion with a tart flavour similar to red berries.
VIBRANT FLOWER

Hibisco

Dried petals of Hibiscus sabdariffa that produce a deep ruby-red infusion with a tart flavour similar to red berries. It provides vitamin C and antioxidants, and is excellent cold, as a natural iced tea.
Lemon Balm: Leaves of Melissa officinalis, from the mint family, with a gentle citrus-lemon aroma.
CALMING HERB

Lemon Balm

Leaves of Melissa officinalis, from the mint family, with a gentle citrus-lemon aroma. Traditionally used to calm the mind, promote restful sleep and ease digestive tension, it pairs very well with chamomile.
Orange Blossom: The delicate flower of the bitter orange tree.
FLOWERS

Orange Blossom

The delicate flower of the bitter orange tree. Used in Mediterranean phytotherapy for its calming and digestive properties.
Linden Blossom: The linden flower, emblem of tranquility in European herbalism.
HERBS

Linden Blossom

The linden flower, emblem of tranquility in European herbalism. Mildly sedative, promotes sleep and relieves stress.
SPICES & AROMATICS

Spices & Aromatics

Roots, barks and seeds that bring warmth, character and a spiced touch to our blends.
Ginger: Dried and chopped rhizome of Zingiber officinale, bringing a characteristic spicy heat and citrus freshness.
SPICY ROOT

Ginger

Dried and chopped rhizome of Zingiber officinale, bringing a characteristic spicy heat and citrus freshness. It is one of the most widely used ingredients for easing digestive discomfort and adds an energising note to any blend.
Cinnamon: Dried inner bark of Cinnamomum trees, rolled into thin strips or ground.
WARM SPICE

Cinnamon

Dried inner bark of Cinnamomum trees, rolled into thin strips or ground. Its sweet, warm and slightly spicy aroma makes it a classic in chai-style spiced teas, and it is traditionally valued for its effect on blood sugar balance.
Cardamom: Small green pods with intensely aromatic seeds, somewhere between citrus, herbal and lightly mentholated.
AROMATIC SPICE

Cardamom

Small green pods with intensely aromatic seeds, somewhere between citrus, herbal and lightly mentholated. It is one of the pillars of Indian chai and contributes aromatic freshness along with traditionally recognised digestive properties.
Cloves: Dried flower buds of the Syzygium aromaticum tree, with a sweet, warm and highly concentrated aroma.
INTENSE SPICE

Cloves

Dried flower buds of the Syzygium aromaticum tree, with a sweet, warm and highly concentrated aroma. They add depth to spiced blends and contain eugenol, a compound with antioxidant properties recognised since antiquity.
Star Anise: Star-shaped fruit of the Illicium verum tree, with a sweet and highly aromatic anise flavour.
SWEET SPICE

Star Anise

Star-shaped fruit of the Illicium verum tree, with a sweet and highly aromatic anise flavour. Common in spiced blends and digestive infusions, its warm fragrance is reminiscent of liquorice and brings a comforting finish to every cup.
Black Pepper: The queen of spices.
SPICES

Black Pepper

The queen of spices. Activates circulation, provides deep warmth and enhances the bioavailability of other compounds.
Fennel: Anise aroma and exceptional digestive properties.
SPICES

Fennel

Anise aroma and exceptional digestive properties. Relieves bloating and spasms; essential in after-meal blends.
Valerian: The emblematic root for restorative sleep.
HERBS

Valerian

The emblematic root for restorative sleep. A natural sedative with efficacy backed by centuries of use in European phytotherapy.
Green Anise: Seeds of Pimpinella anisum with an intense sweet, anise aroma.
AROMATIC SPICE

Green Anise

Seeds of Pimpinella anisum with an intense sweet, anise aroma. A classic Mediterranean digestive, it brings balsamic freshness and natural sweetness to infusions and spiced blends.
Chai Spices: A traditional Indian blend of spices —cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, clove and pepper— bringing warmth, body and the enveloping aroma...
SPICE BLEND

Chai Spices

A traditional Indian blend of spices —cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, clove and pepper— bringing warmth, body and the enveloping aroma characteristic of chai tea.
FLOWERS, FRUITS & ESSENCES

Flowers, Fruits & Essences

Floral, citrus and sweet notes that round out the aroma and flavour of every cup.
Peppermint: Leaves of Mentha × piperita, a natural hybrid rich in menthol.
REFRESHING LEAF

Peppermint

Leaves of Mentha × piperita, a natural hybrid rich in menthol. Its penetrating freshness and digestive, antispasmodic effect make it the most widely used mint in infusions and traditional remedies.
Rose Petals: Dried petals of aromatic roses that contribute a soft, elegant floral fragrance along with a gentle sweet touch.
DELICATE FLOWER

Rose Petals

Dried petals of aromatic roses that contribute a soft, elegant floral fragrance along with a gentle sweet touch. Beyond their visual appeal in blends, they contain natural antioxidants and are associated with a calming and balancing effect.
Lavender: Purple flowers of Lavandula angustifolia, with a floral, fresh and slightly herbal aroma that is highly distinctive.
AROMATIC FLOWER

Lavender

Purple flowers of Lavandula angustifolia, with a floral, fresh and slightly herbal aroma that is highly distinctive. Their use in infusions is traditionally associated with relaxation and restful sleep, contributing a sophisticated aromatic nuance to evening blends.
Vanilla: Cured pods of the Vanilla planifolia orchid, releasing a sweet, creamy and comforting aroma.
SWEET ESSENCE

Vanilla

Cured pods of the Vanilla planifolia orchid, releasing a sweet, creamy and comforting aroma. Used to round and soften black tea or rooibos blends, it brings an enveloping sensation without the need for added sugar.
Bergamot: Essential oil extracted from the rind of the bergamot (Citrus bergamia), a citrus fruit with an intense aroma between lemon and bitter orange.
AROMATIC CITRUS

Bergamot

Essential oil extracted from the rind of the bergamot (Citrus bergamia), a citrus fruit with an intense aroma between lemon and bitter orange. It is the defining ingredient of the classic Earl Grey, contributing a highly distinctive citrus and floral freshness.
Orange: Dried sweet orange peel (Citrus sinensis), rich in essential oils and vitamin C.
CITRUS PEEL

Orange

Dried sweet orange peel (Citrus sinensis), rich in essential oils and vitamin C. It brings a luminous aroma and a citrus sweetness that brightens spiced blends and iced teas.
Calendula: Golden petals with exceptional anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
FLOWERS

Calendula

Golden petals with exceptional anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Bring color and wellness to the most complex blends.
Cornflower: The blue flower of the grain fields.
FLOWERS

Cornflower

The blue flower of the grain fields. Intense indigo petals that bring visual elegance and delicate floral aroma to seasonal blends.
Thyme in Bloom: Thyme in full bloom concentrates its essential oils.
HERBS

Thyme in Bloom

Thyme in full bloom concentrates its essential oils. Expectorant, antiseptic and comforting from the Mediterranean tradition.
Pennyroyal Mint: Wild mint with intense aroma and digestive and calming properties.
HERBS

Pennyroyal Mint

Wild mint with intense aroma and digestive and calming properties. A classic of Spanish herbalism in nighttime blends.
Mallow Flower: Violet petals with emollient and calming properties.
FLOWERS

Mallow Flower

Violet petals with emollient and calming properties. Benefit the respiratory tract and add a gentle floral note to blends.
Sunflower Petals: The yellow petals of the sunflower bring a sunny decorative touch to floral blends, with gentle antioxidant properties.
FLOWERS

Sunflower Petals

The yellow petals of the sunflower bring a sunny decorative touch to floral blends, with gentle antioxidant properties.
Cacao: The food of the gods.
BOTANY

Cacao

The food of the gods. Deep aromatic profile with chocolatey tones and natural stimulants like theobromine.
Wild Berries: Blueberries, redcurrants and wild raspberries.
BERRIES

Wild Berries

Blueberries, redcurrants and wild raspberries. Rich in anthocyanins and vitamin C, with exceptional antioxidant and fruity power.
Lemon Grass: The lemon grass native to tropical Asia.
HERBS

Lemon Grass

The lemon grass native to tropical Asia. Fresh citrus aroma without acidity, with digestive and antiseptic properties.
Apple: Dried apple pieces that bring a juicy, fruity sweetness.
SWEET FRUIT

Apple

Dried apple pieces that bring a juicy, fruity sweetness. Rich in fibre and antioxidants, it gives body and a moreish finish to fruit blends and infusions.
Honey: Golden nectar made by bees from flower nectar.
NATURAL SWEETENER

Honey

Golden nectar made by bees from flower nectar. It adds natural sweetness, floral notes and a smooth touch that rounds off infusions and blends.
Spearmint: Leaves of Mentha spicata, milder and sweeter than peppermint thanks to its low menthol and rich carvone content.
SWEET LEAF

Spearmint

Leaves of Mentha spicata, milder and sweeter than peppermint thanks to its low menthol and rich carvone content. It refreshes gently and aids digestion without sharp notes.
Lemon: Dried lemon peel (Citrus limon), with a fresh aroma and a bright, slightly tart flavour.
CITRUS PEEL

Lemon

Dried lemon peel (Citrus limon), with a fresh aroma and a bright, slightly tart flavour. Rich in essential oils and vitamin C, it adds a citrus spark and freshness to infusions and blends.
Grapes
FRUIT

Grapes

Red grapes with wild-fruit aromas. They lend natural sweetness, antioxidants (resveratrol) and a rounded, fruity body to the blend.
Elderberries
FRUIT

Elderberries

Dark elderberries, rich in anthocyanins. Traditionally prized for their antioxidant contribution and the deep, intense colour they bring to the blend.

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