For most of the dried teas offered on our site, a general rule is to use approx. 1 teaspoon for each 8oz to 16 oz. cup and steep with hot water for 1- 4 minutes or to your taste. 

Note: Customers also make and create nourishing water based teas as infusions or  a decoctions from our bulk herbs selection found in the upper part of the building and also on this site. 

HERBAL TEA – For most of the dried teas offered on our site
Steep 1 teaspoon per 8-16oz. cup of hot water for 2-4 minutes or to your taste preference and strain. Be sure to add the mash to your compost. Herbal teas with harder components could benefit from a light crushing with a metate or similar method to expose more surface area for better extraction. Add honey if you like!

BLACK  TEA
The leaves for some of these teas can be very large and should have plenty of room to unfurl.  A strainer that fits on top of your cup works best. Use one teaspoon or to your preference for an 8-16oz. cup and steep 2 to 4 minutes at approx. 190˚ to 200˚ hot water. Try adding cream and a touch of honey to black teas to smooth out the astringency.

GREEN TEA
The leaves of some of these teas can be very large and should have plenty of room to unfurl. A strainer that fits on top of your cup is best. Add one teaspoon to 8oz. water and steep 1 to 3 minutes only at a bit lower temperature between 160˚to 175˚  Green tea becomes bitter at higher temps and with longer brewing times and you most likely will be able to get another infusion from the same leaves. Add the mash to your compost. 

ROOIBOS TEA
Steep 1- to 4 minutes at 175˚to 200˚the longer you steep the stronger the flavor. Please note that Rooibos brews quickly – its best to adjust to your taste. Nice with honey or cream.

An infusion: is typically used for leaves flowers and softer parts of plants. Place your herbs in a jar and add boiling water. Steep with the lid on. Some herbalists steep for 4 -8 hours. Strain. Some makers choose to steep overnight.

A DECOCTION  is typically used for the more “tougher”parts of plants like non dried aromatic seeds, berries, bark and roots and could use a slight crushing to open up more surface area for better extraction. These types of herbs are in our apothecary and our customers often make and create teas from them.

We prioritize organic, non GMO and ethically sourced ingredients.
Minglement creates recipes for many of the blends you see offered on our site.

Try a simple three-jar approach: one for morning, one for afternoon, and one for evening. If you tell us what you like (minty, floral, spicy, earthy), we can point you to a few easy favorites.

Yes. If you’re stocking up for production, please feel free to give us a call. Our prices are competitive.  

A range—from classic everyday salts to specialty options like smoked,Celtic, sea and truffle salts as well as other distinctive styles.

Cooking salt: dependable, all-purpose – Celtic/Himalayan/Kosher/Sea

Finishing salt: for sprinkling at the end (texture + sparkle)

Flavor salts: smoked/truffle/saffron/ flowers or your own for a signature note.

Keep salt sealed and dry. If you’re making herb salts, store away from humidity so the texture stays lovely. 

If you’re making your own salt blends and need larger sizes please, please feel free to reach out. 9-4 Mon-Fri – choose #2 and leave a message with your name and phone number and we will call you back 

Most herbs are sold on line are in 2oz. and 4oz. sizes which is usually plenty for home use. If your a maker and need a larger quantity please feel free to give us a call and we can give you a quote.

We offer an extensive selection of colorful and fragrant and fresh herbs and spices in bulk form, sourced from organic, local  herb growers, organic spice traders and wild crafters that adhere to ethical, sustainable and responsible wild crafting standards.

Shelf life is greatly extended by keeping your  dried herbs and spices in glass jars with tight fitting lids, out of light and in a cool place – For optimum shelf life we use a mason jar vacuum sealer.  This handy item works well for things like rice, spices and more. Ill have a link coming soon to one that we recommend for quality and ease of use.

Yes. Minglement has grown into a trusted high quality resource for makers, both on the island and for visitors alike.  We can help with larger amounts when you’re stocking up for your larger projects. 

Both. Product names and descriptions will tell you whether an item is whole, cut/sifted, or ground. We try to keep as many whole as possible for a much longer life. You can grind for as needed.

We prioritize organic and ethically sourced ingredients.

Please feel free to reach out. During the many holidays of the year we can get very busy with folks making things for gifts etc. – So please get your order in early.