Labrador tea, the popular name for (Ledum Groenlandicum) is a sub shrub of the Ericaceae family present in the tundra and peat lands of the Boreal forest. Native people use it in infusions to counter colds and influenza. Labrador tea is also recognized for its calming effect on anxiety and insomnia. It acts as a hepatic drainer and regenerator of liver cells. Recent discoveries indicate that Labrador tea helps stimulate skin’s natural collagen production. Leaves and stems emit a forest-lime scent. TIPIKA Labrador tea is handpicked on the North Coast region of Québec (Canada). It’s a wild plant free of caffeine and theine. Infusions: Pour a cup of boiling water over a tablespoon of leaves. Infuse three minutes and filter. Air-dry the leaves for future use. The golden color of the first infusion will become amber at the second and third infusions and will have a stronger taste. Adjust the quantities and infusion time according to your taste. Variations: Add dried raspberries or wild rose petals In the kitchen: Leaves can be used whole or crushed on fish en papillotte for a delicate and uncommon aroma and in your marinades to cook any kind of meat including game. Add a few leaves in your vinaigrette container. Add some leaves in your culinary argan oil container. Give it a try !