What are some substances usable for teas containing the terpene pinene

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Teas Containing the Terpene Pinene

Terpenes are organic compounds produced by a vast variety of plants, which contribute to their flavor, scent, and color. They are the primary constituents of the essential oils providing the plant's aromatic properties. One of these terpenes, pinene, is found in certain plants and herbs that are frequently used for teas.

Conifer Needles

Conifer needles, such as those from pine, spruce, and fir trees, all contain pinene. As the terpene responsible for a tree's aromatic characteristics, its concentration varies across different species of conifers. Fresh needles collected directly from the tree can be steeped in hot water to make a brewed tea, infusing both flavor and scent (Rupasinghe & Yuko, 2020).

Sage

Responsible for its distinct aroma, pinene is found in sage, a favorite aromatic herb used for tea. Sage is highly valued for its culinary and medicinal properties, with its therapeutic benefits linked to essential oils rich in pinene (Elejalde-Palmett et al., 2015).

Rosemary

Rosemary is another pinene-rich herb. It's widely utilized in culinary practices and traditional medicine for its aromatic and therapeutic properties. Rosemary can be used either fresh or dried to make herbal tea (Matsunaga, Kawano, and Hale, 2019).

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