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Kawakawa Fire
A bold, caffeine-free herbal infusion featuring New Zealand kawakawa, ginger, and lemongrass—invigorating, warming, and soothing with every sip.
Kawakawa Fire blends earthy native kawakawa from the Bay of Plenty with warming ginger and citrus-bright lemongrass. It brews to a light yellow liquor with a vibrant aroma and a gently spicy, herbal finish. Balanced and bold, it’s a comforting, feel-good cup—especially welcome during cooler days or for a daily pick me up.
Why You'll Love It:
- Earthy & Bright: Kawakawa meets ginger warmth and lemongrass lift
- Caffeine-Free: A soothing, anytime herbal infusion
- Customisable Strength: Brew longer to amplify ginger’s invigorating heat
- No Additions Needed: Naturally flavourful and balanced on its own
Origin & Character:
Bay of Plenty, Thailand & Rohdesia: Sourced from respected suppliers, this blend combines the boldness of kawakawa with zesty lemongrass and fiery ginger. It reflects both native tradition and tropical warmth.
Tasting Notes: A clean, herbal cup with earthy undertones, citrus brightness, and a gradually warming ginger finish. The liquor is pale yellow with a comforting, revitalising feel.
Functional Benefits:
- Digestive Support: Kawakawa and ginger are traditionally known to soothe the stomach
- Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Ginger offers natural relief for the body and joints
- Stress-Calming: Lemongrass and kawakawa help balance the nervous system
A customer favourite, Kawakawa Fire is moreish, revitalising, and rooted in wellness tradition. Whether enjoyed for daily calm, seasonal support, or simple herbal pleasure, it’s a versatile, caffeine-free infusion to warm and balance from the inside out.
Brewing
Pre-heat a cup or teapot. Use 1-2 tsp per cup or 1-2 rounded tsp per person for a teapot. Pour freshly boiled water over the herbs and infuse for 7-10 minutes.
Ingredients
ginger, lemongrass, kawakawa.
t leaf T’s Commitment to Sustainable Packaging
At t leaf T, we're committed to reducing our environmental impact.
Why Do We Use Stand-Up Pouches?
Our stand-up pouches are made from soft plastic with a thin foil lining. This lining acts as a crucial barrier against light, moisture, and air, ensuring our teas stay fresh and flavorful throughout their shelf life.
In addition to protecting our teas, this type of flexible packaging is more efficient and environmentally friendly than traditional rigid packaging. Here’s why:
- Space-saving: Stand-up pouches ship, store, and dispose of flat, reducing the materials needed to produce them.
- Lower carbon footprint: They require less CO2 to manufacture and transport.
- Efficient design: We print directly on the pouches, eliminating the need for extra labels and further reducing waste.
Why We Don't Use Compostable Packaging
We understand the desire for fully compostable packaging, and we’d love to offer it. However, after extensive testing, we’ve identified two key challenges that prevent us from switching:
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Limited disposal options: Compostable packaging isn't accepted in council kerbside collections and isn't recyclable, meaning it usually ends up in landfill.
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Compromised tea quality: Biodegradable and compostable pouches degrade over time, even in storage. Teas need robust protection from light, moisture, aromas, and oxygen to maintain their freshness and flavour. During our tests, we found that compostable packaging allowed cross-contamination of aromas, especially in blends like Chai and English Breakfast. The result? A noticeable reduction in quality, which is unacceptable for our premium teas.
Given these issues, we’ve made the decision to stick with stand up pouches that ensures the highest quality and food safety for our teas.
Looking Forward to a Greener Future
At t leaf T, we're always on the lookout for better, more sustainable packaging options that don’t compromise on quality. Rest assured, we're committed to finding a solution that meets both our environmental goals and your tea standards.