Description: The plant of basil grows between 30 and 130 cm, with light green silky leaves of 3 to 11 cm long and 1 to 6 cm wide. The flowers are tiny, coloured white, arranged at the tip of the end. The essential oil repels insects and may be toxic to mosquitoes.

Extraction Method: Basil Essential Oil is steam distilled from the basil plant's aromatic leaves. The steam temperature is carefully calibrated to release its essential oil without damaging its botanical and aromatic compounds.

Common Uses: Basil oil is praised in Ayurvedic medicine for enhancing compassion, faith, and clarity. Traditionally, it has also been used to relieve muscle aches, colds, flu, hay fever, asthma, bronchitis, stress, anxiety, and depression. Aromatherapy utilises basil to uplift and refresh. Massage therapists frequently recommend it for relieving stress and tension.

Description: Carum Carvi is an aromatic, umbelliferous plant known for its carminative properties. It is a biennial plant, growing to a height of 60 cm, with finely cut leaves, and umbels of white flowers. Caraway oil has a sweet, spicy, peppery scent. it has both therapeutic and aromatic applications.

Extraction Method: Caraway Essential Oil is steam distilled from Caraway grass seeds. They're crushed first, then steam is utilised to extract the essential oil from the plant parts while preserving its botanical and aromatic constituents.

Common Uses: Caraway Essential Oil contains antihistamine, antiseptic, astringent, digestive, disinfectant, expectorant, and vermifuge as its chemicals. It helps to clear bronchitis, bronchial asthma, and coughs. Also helps with sore throats and laryngitis.

Description: Citronella grass is a perennial grass that grows to about 1 metre in height and is native to tropical Asia. It is a member of the Poaceae grass family. The oil is extracted from a resilient grass and is extremely aromatic. It is frequently combined with Cedarwood to create fragrant patio candles and torches.

Extraction Method: The Citronella essential oil is steam distilled from the Ceylon Citronella grass. Steam and its temperature are carefully monitored to release only the Essential Oil while preserving and bottling the sensitive aromatic and botanical compounds.

Common Uses: Citronella Essential Oil is recognised with possessing useful aromatic characteristics, and the majority of people associate it with its delectable aroma. It is frequently combined with Cedarwood to create fragrant patio candles and torches. Citronella is also used in deodorants and oily skin and hair conditioners.

Description: Rose Geranium is a hairy perennial shrub that is frequently used in hedgerows. It grows to about one metre (3 feet) in height and features pointed leaves with serrated edges and pinkish-white flowers. Rose Geranium is among the most expensive Rose oils and endangered Rosewood oils. This oil is used to create luxurious fragrance profiles.

Extraction Method: Rose Geranium Essential Oil is extracted from the leaves and stems of the geranium plant using steam distillation. This extraction method guards against the alteration or destruction of delicate botanical compounds caused by higher temperatures used in other extraction methods.

Common Uses: Egyptian Rose Geranium Essential Oil is well-known for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. It can be used to balance out the appearance of oily or combination skin and is said to nourish and rehydrate dry, mature skin. Additionally, Egyptian Geranium can be used to soothe irritability, relax the mind, and alleviate insomnia. This oil's pungent aroma is particularly effective at repelling mosquitoes and head lice.

Description: Lavender is an evergreen woody shrub that grows to a height of one metre. It has pale green, linear leaves and violet blue flowers.

Extraction Method: After being harvested and brought into the Still, the freshly cut lavender is loaded into the Still and prepared for distillation. The fire heats the water in the colossal kettle, generating steam. Steam rises through the large vat of lavender. The steam's heat degrades the plants, releasing the lavender oil molecules, which are then carried up into the condenser by the steam. The steam temperature is precisely calibrated to extract the essential oil from the plant without destroying any of its botanical or aromatic compounds.

Common Uses: Lavender Essential Oil has analgesic, anticonvulsant, antidepressant, antiphlogistic, antirheumatic, anteptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, bactericide, carminative, cholagogue, cicatrisant, cordial, cytophylactic, decongestant, deodorant, and diuretic properties. Lavender is considered by herbalists to be the most useful and versatile essential oil for therapeutic purposes. Lavender is the essential oil that is most frequently associated with burns and skin healing. Additionally, it contains antiseptic and analgesic properties that will alleviate the pain associated with a burn and help prevent infection. Likewise, it possesses cytophylactic properties that promote rapid healing and aid in scar reduction. Lavender has a calming effect on the body and can be used to alleviate anxiety, stress, and promote sleep.

Description: Lemongrass is a vigorously growing, tall, aromatic perennial grass that can reach a height of 1.5 metres (4 feet). Although it originated in Asia, it is now primarily cultivated in the West Indies, Africa, and Tropical Asia.

Extraction Method: Lemongrass oil is distilled via steam distillation. The steam temperature is precisely calibrated to extract the essential oil from the plant while retaining all of the plant's botanical and aromatic substances.

Common Uses: Lemongrass Essential Oil is well-known for its energising and disinfectant properties. It is suitable for use in facial toners due to its astringent properties, which aid in the fight against acne and greasy skin. Lemongrass Essential Oil is an excellent anti-depressant. It tones and strengthens the nervous system and can be used in the bath to soothe muscular nerves and pain. Lemongrass, like citronella, has a reputation for repelling insects.

Description: Mentha, commonly referred to as mint, is a genus of plants in the Lamiaceae family (mint family). The genus is found throughout Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, and North America. Mints grow to a height of 10-120 cm (4-48 inches) and can spread in an indeterminate manner.

Extraction Method: Mint oil is distilled via steam distillation. The steam temperature is precisely calibrated to extract the essential oil from the plant while retaining all of the plant's botanical and aromatic substances.

Common Uses: Mint Essential Oil is well-known for its uplifting properties for the body and mind. It is effective at relieving tension and stress. It contributes to increase clarity.

Description: Peppermint is a perennial herbaceous rhizomatous plant that grows to a height of 30-90 cm (12-35 in), with smooth, square-shaped stems. It thrives in moist, shady locations and spreads via underground rhizomes.

Extraction Method: Peppermint oil is distilled via steam distillation. The steam temperature is precisely calibrated to extract the essential oil from the plant while retaining all of the plant's botanical and aromatic substances.

Common Uses: Peppermint Essential Oil is widely regarded as an aid to digestion. Peppermint leaves contain menthol, a well-known digestive aid. Mentha piperita's familiar aroma is well-known for its warming and cooling properties. Peppermint is beneficial for the sinuses and the muscular system, particularly for women going through monthly cycles or menopause. Refreshing, stimulating the mind, and energising are just some of the properties. It alleviates bad breath and acts as a nerve tonic, assisting in the treatment of mental fatigue and nervous stress.

Description: Basil is an Indian native that is best known for the aroma and flavour it imparts to Italian cuisine. Basil cultivars are nearly infinite, each cultivar producing a slightly different product within the same species as a result of hybridisation and growing conditions. The herb is generally sweet, slightly minty, and slightly peppery.

Storage: Basil seeds should be stored in a sealed container, in a cool, dry, and dark location.

Common Uses: Both Mediterranean and Asian cuisines make extensive use of Basil to impart flavour to their dishes. Pesto is a savoury oil-based sauce made with this herb that is used in pasta and pizza recipes. Marinara sauces beg for generous amounts of this flavouring. One of the simplest summer recipes is to slice fresh tomatoes and mozzarella, sprinkle with herb, and finish with a drizzle of good-quality olive oil and balsamic vinegar. This succulent herb is frequently used in Asian rice salads and fish recipes. Dried Basil Leaves are occasionally added to ice cream and other desserts to impart a piquant flavour.

Description: Caraway plants resemble other members of the carrot family in appearance, with their green, feathery leaves. The seeds are crescent-shaped with fine ridges. Caraway has a warming, aromatic flavour that is sometimes compared to anise seed.

Storage: Caraway seeds should be stored in a sealed container, in a cool, dry, and dark location.

Common Uses: Caraway is frequently used into breads (particularly rye), soups, pickles, coleslaw, sauerkraut, and teas.

Description: Lavender is an evergreen woody shrub that grows to a height of one metre. It has pale green, linear leaves and violet blue flowers.

Storage: Lavender seeds should be stored in a sealed container, in a cool, dry, and dark location.

Common Uses: Lavender Flowers' aromatic properties make them an excellent addition to lotions and creams. They are widely used in fragrances, soaps, and sachets. Lavender water, which is distilled from the essential oil, is recommended for therapeutic baths due to its sedative properties. A few drops of Lavender Flowers, Lavandula angustifolia, combined with ordinary oils makes an effective application.

Description: Our extra virgin olive oil is derived from the Koroneiki olive, which is widely regarded as the world's best olive. It is renowned for its high concentration of polyphenols (antioxidants) and monounsaturated fats, as well as for being the world's freshest and most balanced tasting oil. Each October, we handpick our Koroneiki olives while they are still green and press them within hours of harvest. This results in a very low acidity of between 0.2 and 0.4 percent maximum each harvest year for our extra virgin olive oil.

Storage: Keep your oil away from direct light, preferably in a dark cupboard or storage area. Avoid storing it by a window. keep your oil away from any heat source. Also, prevent your oil from being exposed to air.

Nutritional value: High-quality extra virgin olive oil is extremely healthy. It benefits your heart, brain, joints, and more due to its powerful antioxidants. Utilize our olive oil in a number of different ways, from a simple bread dip to a drizzle over mashed potatoes or even in homemade ice cream. The combinations and flavourings are limitless.

Description: Natural Dried Dates. Harvested from the Egyptian desert. Extra sweet and delectable.

Storage: Siwi dates should be kept in an air-tight container and can be stored at room temperature or refrigerated up to 6 months, and frozen for up to 1 year.

Nutritional value: Our Siwi dates are soft, chewy, and have a sweet caramel flavor. These fresh fruits are meaty, high in fiber, and potassium-dense, making them an excellent source of natural energy.