Jordanian Sage
From $17.50
What’s In The Packet?
100% natural. no added flavours. organic ingredients.
artisanal. traditional recipe. hand-blended. hand-packaged
Feel
Clear.
Centred.
Nurtured.
Tastes
Warm.
Earthy.
Herbaceous.
Smooth, medium-bodied and enveloped by the warm, earthy herbaceousness of sage.
Experience It
Morning, Noon & Early Afternoon.
Hot or Iced. Pure or Sweet.
Solo or With Your Fav Treat.
Best Enjoyed
Fresh from the stove or campfire, with the scent of sage rising in the steam. On its own, Shai bil Maremiah is rich and earthy, but for a true Jordanian experience, a touch of sugar or your favourite sweetener will make it sing. Hot days and playful moods may entice you to serve your Jordanian Sage over ice.
Best Served
For a traditional experience, serve Jordanian Sage in tiny tea glasses on a decorative tea tray – perfect for sharing with friends and family or impressing guests. Keep the rest hot in the teapot, and ensure the tiny refills never stop flowing! Your favourite teacups or mugs will also be a perfect fit.
Pairs With
This herbaceous brew is delightful on its own, but you’ll be pleased to know that Jordanian’s love pairing their tea with bikkies. Use your favourites or try traditional Jordanian biscuits like barazek (sesame and pistachio cookies that combine elements of shortbread, baklava, and biscotti), ghraibeh (buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies), ka’ak (dry, double-baked breadsticks), and qurshalla (aniseed flavoured rusks). Special occasions call for ma’moul (semolina-based cookies made with rose and orange blossom water and filled with walnuts, dates, or pistachios). For casual gatherings, a mixed selection of salted nuts and seeds is ideal. Shai bil Maremiah is also a beautiful way to bring warmth and balance to breakfast.
Tea Time
Tea time is an ephemeral concept in Jordan, arising and dissipating moment to moment. Around desert campfires and in the homes, tea is almost always being sipped, though evening indulgences are reserved for nights when an energetic buzz is desired.
Caffeine Level
Moderate
For a softer buzz
Taste Strength
Medium
For a rich, smooth experience
Known For
Heightened Focus. Improved Digestion. Strengthened Immunity
Brewing Guide
Fancy tea but in a hurry? Get your dose in minutes with this easy shortcut!
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Leaf
1 tsp
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Liquid
200 ml
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Method
Steep
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Temp
100°C
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Time
2 – 3 min
How to Brew the Simple Way
To Make 1 Cup:
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Add 1 tsp of tea to a teapot, a tea maker, or an infuser pot, mug or cup.
- 2
Pour in 200 ml (7 fl oz) of water boiled to 100°C (212°F).
- 3
Steep for 2 – 3 min.
- 4
Strain into cup or, if using an infuser, remove it from the cup or mug.
- 5
Enjoy pure or sweeten to taste.
This Brewing Guide details how we recommend brewing your tea. But taste is a very personal thing, and we all have our own quirks and preferences. So feel free to experiment and have fun finding your tea brewing groove! You can then refer back to this Brewing Guide anytime you want a refresher on the best tools to use, the ideal brewing method, the magic leaf-to-water ratio, and the perfect water temperature and brewing time.
Brew Jordanian Sage the traditional way, using your stovetop to coax out this Bedouin tea's magic
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Leaf
1 tsp
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Liquid
200 ml
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Method
Stovetop brew
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Temp
Rolling boil
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Time
3 – 6 min
How to Brew the Traditional Jordanian Way
Tea Tools
All the specialised utensils you’ll need for the traditional brew:
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Measure
You will need 1 tsp of tea per 200 ml (7 fl oz) of water. For best results, use freshly drawn ambient filtered water.
Tip: Brew your tea in a teapot or saucepan that’s a perfect fit for the number of servings you wish to prepare. This gives you space for the ideal leaf-to-water ratio, ensuring you don’t accidentally overfill or underfill it and throw off the ratio. If using a saucepan, you’ll gain the added benefit of preventing excessive evaporation.
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Brew
Add the water to your stovetop teapot or saucepan. If sweetening with sugar, add it now so it can simmer with the tea and create greater depths of flavour. Cover and bring to a rolling boil on the stovetop.
Tip: Elevate your tea experience by boiling sugar with water for 3 minutes before adding the tea. This secret from the Levant promotes better flavour integration, ensures the sugar molecules distribute evenly, and adds wonderous depth through gentle caramelization. The result? A harmonious and balanced cup bursting with magical flavours.
Next, add the tea and boil covered for 1 min. Remove from heat and steep for 2 min.
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Serve
Whether you’re sharing with loved ones or enjoying a solo tea adventure, you can pour the brew directly into cups. If you brewed it in a saucepan, you may wish to transfer the tea into a teapot first. Either way, it’s best to strain it through a mesh strainer to prevent the tea leaves from flowing out. Follow tradition by leaving a little space at the top of the cups. This makes them easier to manoeuvre and is particularly important with traditional handle-less cups as it allows you to hold them without burning yourself.
If you skipped sugar during the brewing process, you can add it now, allowing everyone to strike their perfect balance. This is also the time to add honey or any alternative sweetener.
Note for honey lovers: Hot tea can mute honey's magic. So give your tea some time to chill slightly, then add honey for the best flavour and benefits. It'll dissolve perfectly and maintain its delicious, healthy goodness.
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Drink
Before taking your first sip, savour the aroma of the tea in the teacup to experience greater depths of flavour. The brew may be piping hot, so make your first sip small and take it slow, testing the temperature of the brew so that you don’t burn yourself. If drinking from a traditional handle-less cup, hold the rim with your thumb and index finger to observe the cultural practice and protect your fingers from burning. If you’re not in a rush, you can also let your brew cool for a while as you savour its comforting aroma, building up anticipation for that first satisfying sip.
This Brewing Guide details how we recommend brewing your tea. But taste is a very personal thing, and we all have our own quirks and preferences. So feel free to experiment and have fun finding your tea brewing groove! You can then refer back to this Brewing Guide anytime you want a refresher on the best tools to use, the ideal brewing method, the magic leaf-to-water ratio, and the perfect water temperature and brewing time.
Skip the steam, savour the chill with deliciously herbaceous iced tea!
How to Brew the Chilled-Out Way
To enjoy Jordanian Sage iced, simply follow the Quick Brew steps, adjusting the leaf-to-water ratio based on the volume of your cup and how strong you like your tea (see tip below). After straining, add any sweetener you desire, then cool the tea uncovered so it reaches room temperature faster. Serve chilled over ice.
Want to make a big batch of tea to fill a glass jug or pitcher?
In this case, it’ll be easier to prepare a tea concentrate first. Follow the Quick Brew steps, adding the amount of leaf you’ll need for the total volume of your jug or pitcher. However, instead of adding the full amount of water, only add 1 cup (250 ml / 8.5 fl oz) per litre (34 fl oz) of iced tea you’re making. After straining the concentrate into your vessel and adding your desired sweetener, top it up with the remaining volume of ambient water. No need to cool your tea – the ambient water will naturally do the job for you! Add your favourite garnishes and serve chilled.
Tips
Hate the gritty aftertaste of poorly blended sweetener? Incorporating your sweetener while the brew is hot ensures it blends flawlessly, enriching your tea with a charming sweetness that harmonises perfectly and never overpowers the other flavours.
Ice is infamous for diluting drinks, but you can harness its power to water things down by brewing your tea a little stronger than you otherwise would. To get it just right, try doubling the tea leaf quantity provided under Quick Brew. You many need to experiment a little to find your perfect balance.
Craving a rich flavour explosion? Ditch the Quick Brew and go for the Traditional Brew for an iced tea bursting with aroma and depth. Just remember to double the leaves for double the goodness!
This Brewing Guide details how we recommend brewing your tea. But taste is a very personal thing, and we all have our own quirks and preferences. So feel free to experiment and have fun finding your tea brewing groove! You can then refer back to this Brewing Guide anytime you want a refresher on the best tools to use, the ideal brewing method, the magic leaf-to-water ratio, and the perfect water temperature and brewing time.
