Herbalists

Betjeman & Barton thus offers you a collection that blends tradition and modernity, for a pleasant daily routine that soothes both body and mind.

Herbalism: a wonderful story of nature… and humanity

Herbalism is frequently defined as the science of using plants for medicinal purposes. Several archaeological findings indicate that this practice has existed since prehistoric times, when the only possible remedies for various everyday ailments were found in nature. In antiquity, the first medical books and treatises on plants appeared in Mesopotamia, China, India, and among the Greeks and Romans.

In the Middle Ages, herbalism developed in monasteries, where monks and nuns maintained medicinal gardens and documented their activities in writing.

During the Renaissance, the discovery of new plants from the far reaches of the world further expanded botanical knowledge in the West. It was only in the 20th century, with the industrialization of chemistry and the advent of modern pharmacology, that herbalism as such began to decline, in favor of modern medicine.

However, in recent years, this science has come back to the forefront thanks to the emergence of complementary health practices, such as herbal medicine, for example.

Discover our herbalist compositions

Discover our Herbal range, composed of organic blends of plants with numerous beneficial properties. Available in bags or loose leaf, these herbal teas have been prepared to offer you moments of well-being throughout the day:

• Organic Grenadine Adrenaline: This blend is a true concentrate of energy and pleasure! Fruity and tangy, it combines the sweetness of pomegranate seeds and sour cherry with the sugary notes of blackberry leaves and apple. Complemented by hibiscus, elderflower, and a touch of beetroot, Grenadine Adrenaline herbal tea has everything to brighten your afternoons.
• Organic Royal Saffron: This blend is designed as a flavor journey, where the strength of spices mingles with the sweetness of exotic fruits. Apple and blackberry form a smooth, sweet base, enhanced by a subtle combination of ginger, saffron, cardamom, and chili pepper. To complete this vibrant recipe, orange and lemon peels add a touch of freshness, making this herbal tea a moment of profound escape, perfect for warming the heart.
• Give Me the Organic Peach: This infusion combines the sweetness of juicy peach with that of apple and blackberry leaves. White hibiscus and rosehips are added for extra delicacy and lightness. An ideal blend to boost your energy and good mood!
• Lemon Lemon: This citrus cocktail is perfect for a boost of vitality. Lemon peel promises a refreshing infusion, a sensation enhanced by the presence of lemon myrtle and lemongrass. Yerba mate adds an energizing note, while apple and licorice soften the base of the recipe.
• Harmony Organic: The Harmony Organic herbal infusion offers a perfect balance between spicy and aniseed notes. Fennel, anise, and licorice form a sweet base, enhanced by the roundness of cinnamon. Cardamom, pepper, and coriander add a touch of zest, balanced by the presence of green rooibos. This herbal tea is a delight to enjoy in the evening, for a pure moment of calm and serenity.

The benefits of medicinal plants

Consumed in the form of decoctions since the dawn of humanity, medicinal plants are far from having had their final say. At Betjeman & Barton, we created this range of organic infusions precisely to meet current needs with healthy and natural products: citrus fruits, apples, blackberry leaves, fennel, anise, chili pepper, ginger—all the ingredients have been carefully selected. Each blend combines several plants chosen for the complementary nature of their properties, following a principle inherited from the herbalist tradition.

Between age-old practice and modern lifestyle, Betjeman & Barton reinvents the art of therapeutic infusion to adapt it to today's needs, with exacting standards, passion and respect for knowledge.