herbal infusion

The useful thing about herbal infusion is that it can bring flavour and warmth without relying on tea leaves; the exact character depends on which herbs are in the blend. It belongs to the hot-drink shelf, and the catalogue places it under “Boissons chaudes.” People reach for this kind of infusion as a caffeine-free alternative to tea or as a gentle drink after a meal. Its flavour can be fragrant, grassy, minty or floral, so the blend matters more than the broad label. By our assessment, it is a sound everyday category, but the name alone says nothing about ingredients, strength or sourcing. Unlike brewed tea, herbal blends have no single expected taste, and some herbs are not suitable for everyone. The practical choice turns on the ingredient list and whether the flavour suits the moment; a cup is made by steeping the blend in hot water.