At Camellia’s Tea House, every tea blend tells a story, not just of flavour, but of heritage, wellness, and the healing power of nature. Our ingredients guide was created to give you a deeper look into the herbs, flowers, roots, and leaves that infuse our blends with both taste and function. For us, tea is more than a drink; it is a pathway to balance, nourishment, and connection.

With a background in homeopathy and herbalism, I (Lubna) have always been fascinated by how nature can restore harmony to the body. My lifelong passion is to explore plants not only for their taste but also for their health benefits and folklore. Each ingredient we choose for our wellness teas is carefully considered, combining centuries of wisdom with modern understanding.

Ajit, our co-founder and CEO, brings his own unique perspective. With a background in microbiology, he has always encouraged us to blend creativity with structure, ensuring that what we craft is not only delicious but deeply rooted in quality and authenticity. Together, our journeys have shaped Camellia’s Tea House into a space where natural living and natural science meet in every cup.

A Journey Through Nature’s Pharmacy

Many of our favourite herbal tea ingredients have travelled across continents and through centuries, each carrying with them fascinating stories.  Take chamomile, for instance, a gentle blossom that has soothed restless minds since ancient Egypt, where it was offered to the gods as a sacred gift. Today, it’s a favourite in our calming blends, still celebrated for its ability to reduce stress, ease digestion, and encourage better sleep.

Or consider ginger, a root with fiery energy, once traded along the Silk Road as a precious commodity. In our teas, ginger adds a warming kick, while also supporting digestion and circulation. It is as much a wellness hero as it is a flavour enhancer.

Then there’s rose, a flower that has inspired poetry and romance for centuries. Beyond its beauty and fragrance, rose is rich in antioxidants, making it a perfect addition to our skin-friendly teas. It embodies everything we love about tea blending: an ingredient that nurtures both the body and the spirit.

The Magic of Functional Teas

When curating blends, I often think of tea as functional medicine in its gentlest form. Each herb or botanical carries compounds that the body recognises and responds to.

For example, turmeric is celebrated for its anti-inflammatory benefits, and when paired with herbs like ashwagandha or moringa, it becomes a powerful ally for women navigating menopause — which inspired the creation of our Meno Balance tea.

Similarly, ingredients like nettle and dandelion offer detoxifying qualities, helping the body to cleanse and reset, while lemongrass and cinnamon bring not only vibrancy in taste but also digestive support. These are not just flavours; they are wellness pathways, woven into each sip.

Tradition Meets Innovation

One of the joys of creating our blends is rediscovering how ancient traditions connect with modern wellness. In Ayurveda, herbs like cumin and ginger are cornerstones of digestive health; in Traditional Chinese Medicine, botanicals like ginseng are revered for vitality and energy. By drawing from these time-honoured practices, we give our teas a richness that transcends cultures.

But innovation matters too. We love experimenting with unexpected pairings, like rooibos vanilla with rose and lavender for skin radiance, or grapefruit, lime, and coconut to create a refreshing spa-inspired detox blend. Each combination is carefully balanced to ensure the flavours harmonise while still offering real health benefits.

More Than a Drink — A Lifestyle

At its core, tea at Camellia’s Tea House is about slowing down and reconnecting. Every time you choose a cup from our collection, you are choosing more than taste — you are choosing a lifestyle rooted in wellness, mindfulness, and natural living.

Our ingredients guide was created not only to inform but to inspire. It’s a reminder that behind every sip lies the legacy of nature’s pharmacy, the wisdom of herbal traditions, and our commitment to sourcing the highest quality botanicals.

So whether you’re reaching for a robust black tea, a refreshing green, or one of our unique herbal wellness teas, know that each blend is crafted with care, with ingredients chosen to uplift both body and spirit.

“Behind every sip lies a seed of history, a leaf of healing, and a root of connection.”