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Caraway, the dried seeds of the caraway herb, is a distinctive spice with a warm, spicy, and slightly hot flavor. Its aroma is reminiscent of anise and licorice, but stronger and earthier. Caraway is often confused with cumin, but their flavors are quite different: caraway is sharper and more anise-like, while cumin has a smokier and earthier note. Caraway is a staple spice in Central and Eastern European cuisine. It is essential in the preparation of bread (especially rye bread), cheese, and hearty dishes such as sauerkraut, goulash, or potato soups. The seeds are often used whole to release their flavor slowly. Caraway is also known for its digestive properties, which is why it is traditionally often combined with heavy, fatty, or gassy foods to make them more digestible.

Cumin is a distinctive spice known for its earthy, warm, and slightly bitter aroma. The whole, dried seeds have an intense, almost peppery flavor, often considered essential in Indian, Middle Eastern, North African, and Latin American cuisine. Visually, cumin resembles caraway but has a lighter color and a stronger, unique flavor that is unrelated to caraway. In cooking, whole cumin seeds are often briefly fried in hot oil or ghee to release their essential oils and intensify their flavor. This process is essential for preparing curries, lentil dishes (dal), and rice dishes. They pair well with lamb, beef, vegetables, and pulses. Whole cumin seeds are also used in breads, pickles, and spice blends. They add aromatic depth and are a fundamental spice for adding a distinctive flavor to savory dishes.

Cardamom pods, also known as capsules, are the dried, spindle-shaped pods of the cardamom plant. They are the heart of the spice, as they contain the aromatic, black seeds that carry the true flavor. There are two main varieties: green cardamom, with its sweet, floral, and citrusy aroma, and black cardamom, which is larger and has a bold, smoky, and slightly camphoraceous flavor. Whole cardamom pods are used to slowly and subtly release their complex aroma into dishes. They are often cooked in soups, braised dishes, or rice dishes (such as biryani) and removed before serving, as the pod is inedible. In Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine, cardamom pods are essential for curries, spice blends, and the famous masala chai. In Scandinavian baking, they are used in bread and pastries. The advantage of the whole pod is that the seeds are optimally protected in the pod, thus retaining their flavor for a long time. The capsules should only be lightly tapped shortly before use to release the seeds and develop their full aroma.

Cloves are the dried, unopened flower buds of the clove tree. They are known for their intensely warm, sweet-spicy, and slightly pungent aroma, which is due to their high eugenol content. Their characteristic shape is reminiscent of small nails, which is why they are named after this appearance in many languages. Cloves are used sparingly in cooking, as their flavor can be quite overpowering. They are a classic spice in European cuisine for Christmas cookies, punch, mulled wine, and compote. In Asian and North African cuisine, they are an important ingredient in curry mixtures, braised dishes, marinades, and rice dishes. Whole cloves are often inserted into onions or oranges to make them easier to remove after cooking. Their robust aroma goes perfectly with braised meats, game, and hearty stews.

Anise is a versatile spice known for its distinctive, sweet aroma, often reminiscent of licorice. The small, brown seeds of the anise plant, Pimpinella anisum, are the most commonly used part. They are used both whole and ground in a variety of dishes. In the kitchen, anise is primarily used in baked goods such as cookies, bread, and cakes, but also in desserts, teas, and liqueurs. Its digestive properties also make it a popular ingredient in traditional medicinal remedies. The sweet, slightly peppery profile of anise makes it a distinctive and prized spice in kitchens worldwide, from European bakeries to Asian spice blends.

A warming spiced tea blend for a quick break. Delicious unsweetened or sweetened, with or without milk.

Ingredients: Clove bud, cinnamon, cardamom, mace, nutmeg, pepper, safflower

Preparation: Simmer 1-2 teaspoons with 1 liter of water for about 15 minutes and strain Kapha: sweeten with honey if necessary Vata; Pitta: refine with milk or cream; sharkara/cane sugar.

Herba cichorii

For digestive problems. To make a cup of tea, pour 1 teaspoonful of boiling water over it and strain after 10 minutes. Close tightly again after removal. Keep out of the reach of children.

Ingredients: Raspberry leaves, lemon balm, lemongrass, blueberry, rose, cornflower

Preparation: Pour 1 teaspoon with 1/4 liter of boiling water and let it steep for 5-10 minutes.

Ingredients: Basil, fennel, ginger, juniper, clove, marshmallow and calamus root, pennyroyal, licorice

Preparation: Pour 1 tablespoon with 1⁄4 to 1⁄2 liter of boiling water and let it steep for 5–10 minutes.

Ingredients: Marshmallow leaf, coriander, anise, chamomile, marigold, mallow

Preparation: Pour 1 teaspoon with 1/4 liter of boiling water and let it steep for 5-10 minutes.

Ingredients: Rosemary, elecampane, mugwort, ginger, parsley root, thyme

Preparation: Pour 1 tablespoon with 1⁄4 to 1⁄2 liter of boiling water and let it steep for 5–10 minutes.

Note: According to the Novel Food Regulation, chrysanthemums are not approved as food in the EU.

A wonderfully tasting tea for women at every stage of their lives!

Ingredients: Elderflowers, yarrow, lady's mantle, cinquefoil, ground ivy, rose petals, marigold

Preparation: Pour 1/4 - 1/2 liter of boiling water over 1 tablespoon of herbs and let it steep for 5-10 minutes.

A beautiful and sensual tea blend that invites you to feel good.

Ingredients: Lady's Mantle, Damiana, Rose, Silverweed, Yarrow, Orris Root

Preparation: Pour 1/4 liter of boiling water over 1 teaspoon, let steep for 10 minutes.

Note: According to the Novel Food Regulation, Jiao gu Lan is not approved as a food in the EU.

Ingredients: Blackberry leaves, hawthorn, coriander, Roman chamomile, sweet clover, marigold, cornflower

Preparation: Pour 250–300 ml of boiling water over one teaspoon of herbs, cover, and let steep for 5–10 minutes.

Ingredients: Coriander, licorice, fennel, bertram, thyme, nettle, long pepper, turmeric, cinnamon, angelica

Preparation: Pour 1 teaspoon of the mixture into 1⁄2 - 1 l of boiling water, let it steep for 5 minutes, then strain through a fine sieve or, better yet, use a paper filter.

Supports digestion and reduces cravings for sweets.

Ingredients: Coriander, dandelion, milk thistle seeds, anise, fenugreek, fennel, turmeric, orange peel, ginger, cumin, apple, hibiscus, wormwood

Preparation: Pour 1/8–1/4 l of boiling water over 1 teaspoon of the mixture, let it steep for 5–10 minutes, and drink lukewarm tea in small sips.