Mullein leaf comes from soft, downy rosette leaves of Verbascum thapsus - a tall wildflower long used in European folk blends for a mild cup.

We recommend the use of our tea bags with this particular herbal tea.

Unlike sharp mint or hot chai herbs, mullein is all about texture and calm: The leaves are a source of natural mucilage - gel-like plant polySaccharides - that form a mild, coating infusion popular with "throat and chest teas."

The flavour is subtle - meadow herbal with a hint of sweetness - so it works well on its own or as the base for brighter partners such as lemon peel/thyme or honey.

Most formal monographs discuss mullein flowers for traditional cough/throat relief, but the leaf is the common tea ingredient; modern lab studies using mullein leaf extracts report antimicrobial as well as anti-inflammatory activity, which explains its long-standing use in respiratory blends despite the lack of human trials.

Practically speaking mullein leaf brews easily, has no caffeine and is forgiving - long steeps are not bitter. Do strain finely through a mesh or coffee filter: tiny hairs on the leaf may be scratchy if they slip into the cup.

So if your brief is "quiet, comforting and mild on the palate," mullein leaf delivers.

If looking for the finer leaf version of Mullein please see here (abit cheaper)

Learn more about this popular herbal tea in our article 'Mullein, the Mysterious Mucus Magician'

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Flavour and Aroma

Aroma: Clean meadow herb, light honey & dried hay.

Taste: Mild herbaceous sweetness, mineral finish.

Body: light-medium, silky/coating

Bitterness/astringency: very low; Long steeps stay smooth.

Ingredients

100% mullein leaf (Verbascum thapsus) No added flavours.

Caffeine level

None (caffeine-free).

How to brew

Western style (mug/pot)

2-3 g per 250 ml.

95 degC water

7-10 minutes, covered; very fine mesh/coffee filter.

Re-steep: once; add 3-5 min

Gongfu style (optional)

6 - 8 g per 100-120 ml * 95 degC

First infusion: 20-30 sec; Gradually increase by 4-6 rounds (strain extra-fine).

Iced / cold brew

5-8 g/L cold water.

Refrigerate 6-8 hrs; fine-filter before serving

When to drink

Anytime - evenings or just as a soft, cosy cup after a meal. Blend with lemon, honey or thyme.

Health Benefits

Traditional throat/cough support (flowers): EU’s HMPC recognises mullein flowers as a traditional herbal product for relieving sore throat with dry cough; many “throat teas” include mullein alongside other herbs. European Medicines Agency (EMA)

Anti-inflammatory (in vitro, leaf): Mullein leaf extract showed anti-inflammatory activity in cell models and characterised phenolics that may contribute to this effect. MDPI

Antimicrobial (in vitro, leaf): Leaf extracts have inhibited several bacteria and fungi in lab assays, supporting its historical use in respiratory blends (lab data—not clinical). bdbotsociety.orgScienceDirect
(General information only; human clinical evidence for mullein leaf alone is limited.)

Health-related notes (general)

Use food style amounts as a drink. Maintain normal water intake. Strength of flavour depends on origin / cut - adjust leaf / time of taste.

Cautionary

Fine hairs: Filter well - if leaf hairs enter cup they may irritate throat/mouth.

Pregnancy/breastfeeding and chronic conditions: Only limited safety data exist. Use only medicinal strength if directed by your clinician.

Allergy/skin sensitivity: For sensitive people, handling the fuzzy leaves might cause contact irritation; Stop use if symptoms occur.

Keep out of reach of kids. It's not meant to substitute medical care.

Storage and Shelf Life

Keep cool, dark and dry. Best within 12-18 months; The delicate herbal aroma wanes after opening.

Quick FAQs

What does my tea contain - leaf or flower?
Most teas use the leaf; some blends include flowers. (EU traditional indication - flowers).

Why strain so finely?
Remove any small hairs from the leaf to keep the cup silky and the throat comfortable.

May I sweeten it?
Optional: drizzle of honey or a wedge of lemon to enhance mullein's mild meadowy character.

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