Buchu Leaf Tea

Blended with 100% Australian certified organic ingredients, this calming and soothing tisane has traditional benefits and plant compounds that are:

• Antibiotic
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antioxidant
• Antiviral
• Alkalising
• Diuretic

Thanks to Buchu’s clinically tested properties, the plant has been used as a traditional way of healing for centuries and may naturally aid in the treatment of:

• Urinary tract infections, such as cystitis as well as prostate and kidney problems
• Bladder infections
• Gout
• Prostate infections
• High blood pressure
• Weight management
• Digestion conditions
• General health and to promote overall well-being

Known as the ‘elixir of youth’, it was consumed by chewing the leaves as well as mixing it with other properties. Today, it is mainly consumed as tea and is recognised for its anti-inflammatory properties, which is why pharmacists often recommend it to treat urinary and bladder infections.

You can read more about the health benefits of each ingredient in our Materia Medica library.

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Dairy free | Gluten free | Sugar free | Non-GMO No artificial colours, flavours, preservatives or sweeteners Vegan | Organic | Plant-based

Allergen information

This product has been manufactured, packaged and stored in a facility that is free from nuts, dairy, soy, sesame seeds, sulphites and eggs.

Please be mindful

Herbal infusions are considered food grade therapeutics and are generally safe to consume. Even though our blends are made using organic ingredients and formulated by our founder and naturopath, the information provided is not intended to diagnose in any way. We recommend consulting your Primary Healthcare Professional such as your GP, Naturopath or Herbalist, if you are unsure, have any underlying health conditions or are on pharmaceutical medication, as they can advise on what’s right for you.

We invite you to discover the beauty and rhythm of ritual, as a way to connect with ourselves, each other and the natural world. These simple steps offer the basis from which you can create your own daily rituals.

How to brew Buchu Tea

• Place 1-2 teaspoons of loose leaf tea per cup (250ml) into an infuser or teapot and pour over boiling water (100°C)
• Infuse for 5+ minutes depending on your desired strength
• Pour into your favourite cup and experience the moment
• Consume 1-2L per day to provide relief from the discomfort of frequent, inflamed urination.

How to brew Buchu Iced Tea

• Place 4-8 teaspoons of loose leaf tea per 1 L into a jug or teapot and fill with boiling water (100°C)
• Infuse for 5-30 minutes, or overnight, depending on your desired strength
• We recommend serving in a tall glass over ice and experience the moment
• Can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days.

After finishing your brew, we encourage you to return your steeped herbs back to the earth, for example in your home compost, worm farm or garden waste, allowing it to breakdown into organic matter and return to nourish our environment.

Discover the art of brewing tea in our article How to Perfectly Brew All Loose Leaf Tea Types with suggestions for both hot and cold.

Serves

Our Buchu Tea Box and Jar contain 60g and serves up to 40 cups.
The compostable Refill Pouch contains 120g and serves up to 80 cups.

Storage

To preserve the vitality, flavour and therapeutic actions of our teas, we recommend storing in our signature MIRON ultraviolet glass jars – or in an airtight container, in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Storing in this manner will extend the blends aroma, vibrancy and benefits for up to 24 months.

OM has proudly acquired over 60 industry awards; from our manufacturing to our website and packaging, to the products themselves, the quality of our formulations and ingredients have repeatedly been recognized and awarded by multiple industry, consumer and expert panels both locally and internationally.

Buchu Tea has won the following awards and accolades:

• 2022 Golden Leaf Awards Functional/Wellness Blend (Unflavoured) – Gold Medal

As Australia’s most awarded wellness brand, we welcome you to explore all our accolades.

Our purpose is to sustain nature to experience wellness, which we live by each day through our Sustainability Model.

Certified Organic practices are foundational to our operations. As an Australian Certfied Organic (ACO) company, we maintain 100% traceability. Detailed batch tracking maintains full transparency from crop to cup to ensure authenticity and trust. This guarentees our products are 100% chemical free, additive free, environmentally friendly, and non-GMO.

Sustainability and environmental stewardship are at the centre of all we do, and drives our commitment to offering reusable, recyclable and compostable packaging options. This commitment also extends to include our shipping materials.

Can you drink Buchu Tea every day?

The dosage depends on you and your conditions. For preventative measures you can enjoy this blend as a normal tea. For acute conditions, for example a UTI, we recommend consuming between 1-2 litres of buchu leaf tea per day, following the normal preparation instructions above.

What is Buchu?

Buchu is a small flowering shrub native to South Africa. Its dried leaves have a pungent aroma reminiscent of blackberries and peppermint, and are used to make a healing, anti-inflammatory tea.

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