technique
Infusão
By Carlos Automatico
Infusão refers to the preparation of herbal teas by steeping plants in hot water, a deeply rooted Portuguese wellness tradition.
The infusão is a daily ritual in many Portuguese households, where herbal teas are consumed for both pleasure and medicinal purposes. Common infusions include camomila (chamomile), cidreira (lemon balm), tília (linden), and hortelã-pimenta (peppermint).
Portuguese grandmothers have long prescribed specific infusions for ailments: cidreira for nerves, funcho (fennel) for digestion, and eucalipto for colds. The tradition bridges folk medicine and modern wellness culture, keeping alive knowledge of Portugal's aromatic flora.