Wintergreen tea

What is wintergreen?

Wintergreen, also known as Gaultheria procumbens, is a creeping aromatic plant native to North America. Its leaves are highly prized when prepared as an infusion. An essential oil is also distilled from it, used in products or in topical cosmetics.

How to use wintergreen?

Wintergreen can be steeped hot or cold for a naturally refreshing and invigorating drink. It is also used in cooking to flavor desserts and syrups with its unique menthol aromas.
For external use, it is an ingredient in balms and oils to relieve muscle tension.