Bird of Paradise Tea

A fine organic black tea blended with organic vanilla beans. Vanilla is the bean-shaped seedpod or "fruit" of a specific type of orchid vine that is indigenous to the surrounding areas of Veracruz, Mexico. Vanilla has an ancient history as an Aztec medicine and aphrodisiac. Spanish conquistadors discovered vanilla during the early 16th century and introduced it to Europe, where it became a prized food ingredient and precious commodity. Its cultivation spread throughout the tropics, and today vanilla endures as an important part of worldwide food culture. Flavor Profile: Decadent and creamy with the sweet enchanting flavor of real vanilla Water: 212˚F / Leaves: 1 tablespoon per 8 ounces / Infusion Time: 3–5 minutes / Ingredients: Organic Fair Trade Certified™ black tea, Organic vanilla bean, natural vanilla flavor. / Origin: Rishi Blend.