Basilikum

Tea with Basil
fresh, spicy and aromatic

Basil is well known as a culinary herb and also brings a fresh, slightly spicy note to tea. Especially combined with citrus, ginger or mild herbs, it creates a harmonious aroma profile that's just as good hot as it is chilled.

What is basil, and which varieties are there?

There are different varieties of basil, each with its own flavour:

  • Culinary basil (Ocimum basilicum) – mild, slightly sweet and spicy
  • Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) – stronger, with a slightly peppery aroma

Both varieties are used in tea blends and provide a fresh, characterful herbal note.

Popular teas with basil

Here is a selection of tea blends with basil – ideal for lovers of fresh herbal aromas.

What makes tea with basil special

The focus here is on flavour and versatility: