Botanicals

(Turn the illustrations to find out the properties of each botanical)

CINNAMON

CINNAMON

Scientific name: Cinnamomum

Origin: Southeast Asia

Ground cinnamon is widely used in desserts, cakes, sweets, etc., and whole cinnamon is used to garnish and season some dishes. In America it is used in cinnamon tea, which is prepared by boiling Ceylon tea with a few cinnamon sticks in water until infused, adding sugar to taste. It has nutritional value, is non-fattening and helps lower glucose levels, is beneficial for cholesterol, has anticoagulant properties, stimulates brain function and aids relaxation.

You'll find it at INDI GINGER BEER

TURMERIC

TURMERIC

Scientific name: Curcuma Longa

Origin: India

It is one of the most used spices in Indian cuisine as a food colouring for rice, meat and various dishes. It is also part of the colouring spices such as curry. It improves digestion, facilitates weight loss, fights colds and flu, prevents asthma attacks, detoxifies the liver, regulates the intestinal flora, stimulates the immune system and relieves inflammation in the skin such as eczema, acne and psoriasis.

You will find it in INDI GINGER ALE

GINGER

GINGER

Scientific name: Lingiber Officinale

Origin: Southeast Asia.

The root is often eaten as an accompaniment to meals, or preserved. Widely used in flavouring recipes and excellent as an infusion. It has many medicinal uses as it promotes digestive functions, treats ulcers, prevents heart disease and improves circulation. It is a natural anti-inflammatory.

You will find it in INDI GINGER BEER and INDI GINGER ALE.

KOLA NUT

KOLA NUT

Scientific name: Cola Acuminata

Origin: Central America

Extract for soft drinks. In Africa, the seed is still traditionally used for food, medicine and rituals. It is a central nervous system stimulant, comparable to coffee or tea but with a milder effect, it combats asthenia and has cardiotonic, digestive, lipolytic and diuretic effects.

You will find it in INDI BLACK COLA

LIME PEEL

LIME PEEL

Scientific name: Citrus Aurantiifolia.

Origin: Southeast Asia

This ingredient is used in many recipes to add flavour. It stimulates the digestive system, relieves congestion and nausea, and has vitamin C.

You will find it in ALL THE FLAVOURS OF INDI.

VANILLA

VANILLA

Scientific name: Vanilla fragans.

Origin: Central America.

Its main use is as a flavouring in food, especially in desserts. It is also used in cola recipes. Another important use is in perfumery. Vanilla has benefits as a nervous system stimulant.

You will find it in INDI GINGER BEER and INDI GINGER ALE.

CARDAMOM

CARDAMOM

Scientific name: Elettaria Cardamomun

Origin: India

This spice adds a lot of flavour and aroma to food with a strong presence in oriental recipes. It is used to treat stomach and other ailments, and has energising properties when ingested in drinks or food.

You will find it in INDIAN TONIC WATER.

ORANGE BLOSSOM FLOWER

ORANGE BLOSSOM FLOWER

Scientific name: Citrus Aurantium

Origin: Seville, Spain

The orange blossom is widely used for the elaboration of beauty and cosmetic products for its essential oils and as a decorative element as well as its use was abundant in traditional medicine and as a condiment for pastry recipes and cold dishes. Essential ingredient in various herbal teas for its sedative properties. Its calming effects help to eliminate discomfort caused by nerves. Orange blossom water is used as a traditional remedy against fainting.

You will find it in INDI LEMON TONIC and INDI SEVILLE ORANGE.

BLACK CUMIN

BLACK CUMIN

Scientific name: Nigelia Lativa

Origin: India

Black cumin, as it is commonly known, has a spicy exotic flavour and a slightly sweet nutmeg aroma. It is very good for flavouring food. A spice widely used in Arabic, Indian and Southeast Asian food. It is said to be very effective against skin diseases and to strengthen the immune system, cure respiratory problems and is good for epilepsy.

You will find it at INDI TONIC WATER

BITTER ORANGE PEEL

BITTER ORANGE PEEL

Scientific name: Citrus Vulgaris Risso

Provenance: Seville, Spain

Botanical used in many recipes to add flavour. Also widely used in cocktails to add flavour and as a garnish. Benefits: Helps to lower cholesterol and improve digestion and skin.

Where to find it: In INDI TONIC WATER and INDI SEVILLE ORANGE where they are one of its main ingredients.

QUININE

QUININE

Scientific name: Cinchona Officinalis.

Origin: Peru.

Today it is used as a flavour enhancer in tonic water, giving it its characteristic bitter taste. It was for a long time the main compound for the treatment of malaria. It has antipyretic, antimalarial and analgesic properties.

You will find it in INDI TONIC WATER, INDI LEMON TONIC and INDI STRAWBERRY TONIC.

VIOLET

VIOLET

Scientific name: Viola.

Origin: Mediterranean.

As a flavouring, it gives a perfumed and somewhat sweet aroma. It is used in respiratory and digestive disorders, and in high doses it is emetic and laxative.

You will find it in INDI BLACK COLA

CLOVE

CLOVE

Scientific name: Eugenia caryophyllata Thunb

Origin: Indonesia

Cloves are used whole or ground in cooking, but as they are extremely strong and are used in very small quantities. The spice is used throughout Europe and Asia and is smoked for example in a type of local Indonesian cigarette. It has antibacterial, anaesthetic, aphrodisiac, analgesic, antispasmodic and stimulant properties. Contains eugenol, a compound that prevents blood clotting, thus promoting cardiovascular health.

You will find it at INDI GINGER BEER

STRAWBERRY

STRAWBERRY

Scientific name: Fragaria vesca

Origin: Huelva, Spain

A fruit with an excellent flavour, very light and low in calories and the ideal complement to complete a good meal. It prevents the onset of cardiovascular diseases and improves antiviral capacity and Alzheimer's disease.

You will find them in INDI STRAWBERRY TONIC.

MANDARIN

MANDARIN

Scientific name: Citrus Reticulata

Origin: Seville

As a flavouring, its acidity provides a very pleasant freshness to drinks with the characteristic sweet touch of this fruit. It has bronchodilator and anti-inflammatory properties, suitable in the treatment of ulcers, helps the intestine and digestion.

You will find it in INDI SEVILLE ORANGE.

LEMON PEEL

LEMON PEEL

Scientific name: Citrus Limonum Risso

Provenance: Seville, Spain

Botanical used in many recipes to add flavour. Also widely used in cocktails for flavour and as a garnish. It supports the immune system and defences, protects against colds and respiratory diseases, reduces hypertension and has an astringent action and is a fantastic diuretic.

Where to find it: In INDI TONIC WATER, INDI LEMON and INDI SEVILLE ORANGE.

SAUCO

SAUCO

Scientific name: Sambucus nigra.

Origin: Europe and North America.

The elder is very rich in vitamin C and phosphorus. Its composition also includes tannins, flavonoids, carotenes and vitamin B. It is indicated for treating respiratory problems, as it favours the expulsion of mucus, reduces inflammation of the respiratory tract and helps to soothe coughs and fevers.

You will find it in INDI STRAWBERRY.

YUZU

YUZU

Scientific name: Citrus Tchangensis.

Origin: Japan.

This fruit has an intense aroma and is used as a flavouring in many foods and cosmetic treatments. It is also used as a relaxing oil in hot Yuzu baths, very typical in Japan. It contains 3 times more vitamin C than lemon and is widely used in traditional oriental medicine.

You will find it in INDI LEMON TONIC