Tisane
Tisane
Tisane (pronunciation: ti-zahn) is a term often used to describe a wide variety of herbal infusions not made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, which is used to produce traditional tea.
Etymology
The term 'Tisane' originates from the Greek word 'ptisane' which referred to a drink made from pearl barley. It was later adopted by the French language, and its meaning expanded to include any herbal infusion.
Description
Tisanes are typically made by infusing various plant materials in hot water. These materials can include a wide variety of herbs, spices, flowers, and even certain types of fruit. The most common types of tisanes include herbal tea, fruit tea, rooibos tea, and mate tea.
Tisanes are often consumed for their perceived health benefits. For example, chamomile tea is often used for its calming effects, while peppermint tea is commonly used to aid digestion.
Preparation
To prepare a tisane, the plant material is typically steeped in hot water for a period of time, allowing the flavors and beneficial compounds to infuse into the water. The plant material is then removed, and the tisane is typically served hot, although it can also be chilled and served as an iced beverage.
Related Terms
- Herbal tea: A type of tisane made from the infusion of herbs, spices, or other plant material in hot water.
- Fruit tea: A type of tisane made from the infusion of fruit flavors in hot water.
- Rooibos tea: A type of tisane made from the South African rooibos plant.
- Mate tea: A type of tisane made from the leaves and twigs of the Yerba mate plant.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tisane
- Wikipedia's article - Tisane
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