HyssopA member of the mint family, hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) is known for its unique flavor, cleansing strength and distinctive aroma. The name hyssop is of Greek origin taken from the word azob which translates to holy herb. For centuries, herbalists have esteemed this herb for a broad array of beneficial uses, including brewing the leaves and flowers as a tea to use as a calmative. Alvita Hyssop Tea is made with premium-quality, organic hyssop leaves and flowers, and exudes a minty aroma and slightly astringent, sage-like flavor. The Alvita Story. In 1922, a new era for tea consumption began in America. The herb alfalfa, long known for its beneficial nutrients, was packaged in tea bags and sold to an emerging health food market. This product became known as Alvita and set the standard for future herbal teas. Today, Alvita represents more than forty single-ingredient teas, each one uniquely distinct, just like the individuals who drink them. Alvita chooses only the highest quality organic, wild-crafted or cultivated botanicals, perfectly prepared to provide you with the best Mother Nature has to offer. Historical and scientific literature is painstakingly studied to ensure that the correct traditional plant and most appropriate servings are used, delivering premium flavor and quality. Herbs are gifts from the earth. Alvita takes its stewardship seriously by offering carefully harvested teas in earth-friendly packaging. The beautifully illustrated boxes are made using recycled paperboard and the English, pillow style tea bags are oxygen bleached, not chlorine treated. You