The Askia collection, named for the Askia Empire centered around Timbuktu, celebrates ancient African culture. These teas reflect the African tradition of gathering herbs and spices that invigorate and heal the body.
You must choose two 100g loose tea tins minimum among any of those below. - Aksum - Organic Herbal Tea Blend The Kingdom of Aksum for which this
tea is named was an important trading nation in Northeastern Africa. At
its height it encompassed what is now Ethiopia, Eritrea, Northern
Sudan, Southern Egypt, Djibouti, Somaliland, Yemen and Southern Saudi
Arabia. This tea celebrates this international outlook by combining a
delicious combination of greenbush, lemongrass, lemon verbena, kefir
lime leaves, lemon myrtle, hibiscus, orange peel, ginger, lemon balm,
cloves, lemon extract.
- Dahomey - Naturally Harvested Tea Blend This tea named for the Dahomey Kingdom of Benin contains a delightful combination of rooibos, Rwandan black tea, lavender, hibiscus, mango, calendula, lemon verbena, pomegranate, rose hips, and blackberry leaves.
- Ewuare - Naturally Harvested Tea Blend The name Ewuare is a royal name specifically referring to the Edo Kingdom. This complex tea blend contains rooibos, Malawi black tea, guava, papaya, blueberry, hibiscus, apples, calendula, and blackberry leaves.
- Kanuri - Organic Herbal Tea Blend Named for the Kanuri people of Northeastern Nigeria, this tea contains rooibos, peppermint, juniper berries, blueberries, orange peel, hibiscus, toffee, black pepper, and orange extract.
- Madiba - Organic Herbal Tea Blend Madiba is an honorary title used in South Africa to refer to elder statesmen. This title has become synonymous with Nelson Mandela and this tea celebrates his great work and inspirational life. A spectacular combination of rooibos, roses, orange peel, safflower, blue cornflowers, chocolate, bergamot oil.
- Sayfawa - Organic Herbal Tea Blend Sayfawa Dynasty, for which this tea is named, is the name of the kings of the Kanem-Bornu Empire. This delicious tea contains rooibos, toasted barley, basil, green bush, honeysuckle, pears, and white peppercorn.