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New Zealand kawakawa from Poverty Bay is blended with a traditional Chinese sencha tea base — Sen (Green) cha (tea). Steam processing produces a leafy tea that brews to a lovely golden-green liquor. The taste is clean, vegetal and refreshing, with added peppery warmth from the kawakawa leaf.

University of Auckland researchers have identified more than 60 biologically active compounds in kawakawa leaves. Pellitorine, the most abundant, has natural analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. Dopamine supports the digestive system and may assist with insulin regulation, while yangambin has shown cardiovascular anti-inflammatory effects in human trials — providing scientific grounding for kawakawa's centuries of use in rongoā Māori.

The sencha base brings its own wellness story: rich in catechins and antioxidants, green tea is widely associated with supporting metabolism and cardiovascular health, with gentle, sustained energy from its natural combination of caffeine and L-theanine.

Two botanicals, two traditions — one uniquely New Zealand cup.

*These statements reflect both traditional use and current scientific research. They are not intended as medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional for personalised guidance.