Collection: Super Tea

Origins of tea

The practice of brewing leaves and herbs in hot water goes back thousands of years. Chinese tradition dates it to around 2737 BCE, attributing the discovery to the legendary emperor Shennong.

Tea reached Europe in 1560, carried back by a Portuguese Jesuit missionary, and spread from there to cities including London and New York — then still New Amsterdam. Today it is the most widely consumed prepared drink in the world after water.

Four teas to try from Superfoods Australia

Green Tea Chai — premium Japanese green tea blended with organic spices. Green tea naturally contains catechins, the compounds that give it its characteristic slightly bitter, grassy note.

Japanese Matcha — organic green tea leaves, stone-ground to a very fine powder. Unlike brewed tea, you consume the whole leaf. Add one teaspoon to hot water and whisk. In summer, brew it and top with ice-cold soda water.

Siberian Pine Needle Tea — harvested organically from Ural pines growing on the Siberian Taiga. Available as dried needles to steep yourself, or as powdered extract, tincture and tea bags.

Australian Lemon Myrtle Tea — dried organic lemon myrtle leaves, grown here in Australia. Distinctly lemony, and it works equally well hot in winter or iced in summer.

How long to steep

As a rule of thumb, 2–3g of leaves or needles steeped for 5 to 10 minutes. Five minutes gives a lighter cup; ten gives a stronger flavour and aroma. Exact timing depends on what you are brewing.

Why buy herbal teas from Superfoods Australia

Every product in our collection is pure and organic. We ship anywhere in Australia, with free express shipping on orders over $100.

All our teas are covered by our 365-day satisfaction guarantee on products used as directed — read the full refund policy for how it works.