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Spices & Fruits
Cardamom
The Queen of Spices
The Heritage & Harvest
Treasured across South Asia as the Queen of Spices, green cardamom is celebrated for its elegant sweet-spicy fragrance. Whole pods are selected to preserve their aromatic seeds and refined flavour.
What Makes It Special
Cardamom naturally contains aromatic constituents including 1,8-cineole and terpinyl acetate. Whole pods retain their fragrance more effectively than pre-ground spice.
The Cup
A clear golden infusion with a refined sweet-spicy bouquet, delicate citrus undertones and a lingering finish.
Botanical & Ayurvedic Profile
- Botanical Name
- Elettaria cardamomum
- Rasa (Taste)
- Madhura (Sweet), Katu (Pungent)
- Key Phytoconstituents
- 1,8-cineole, terpinyl acetate, aromatic oils
- Used Part
- Seed pods
- Dosha Reference
- Traditionally considered balancing for Vata and Kapha
Brewing Ritual
- Measure
2-3 pods, gently crushed per 240 ml (8 oz) cup
- Temperature
95°C (203°F)
- Steep Time
5-7 minutes, covered
- Strain & Savor
Enjoy alone or pair with black tea, ginger and cinnamon.
