Cinnamon is the sweetly scented inner bark of the Cinnamon Tree (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), a relative of the Bay Laurel Tree. The warming qualities have many health benefits. It can be useful to soothe symptoms of cold and flu with a mild fever and chills. It is helpful for inflammation in the bones and joints. It is also a support in regulating glucose levels and fat metabolism. The warming qualities work as a carminative in calming the digestive tract, which is why you will often see cinnamon included in many digestive teas and remedies. 

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You will also find cinnamon in many of our spice and baking blends. We have it in our chai tea blends, N.Y. Apple Spice, and the herbal blend Sereni-tea. You can also look for our mulling spices, an ancient tradition of flavoring wine, cider, and other drinks, that is still beloved now. 

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Did you know you can make delicious cinnamon tea with just cinnamon bark? Steep 1 tsp. cinnamon bark in 8 oz. boiling water for 15 minutes. Add honey to taste. (You can also substitute water for milk for a rich cinnamon milk). You will not believe how naturally sweet and delicious cinnamon is. 

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