Firefly Tonics

Whilst we know it in the UK as part of "dandelion & burdock" diuretic drinks, it's more common still in Japan, where pickled burdock root is used as a healthy addition to Sushi.

Latin Name: Arctium Lappa

Part of plant used: Root

Found in: Lemon, Lime & Ginger

 

By the time you've had enough chilli to treat all the things they're said to cure, you've probably burnt a hole in your tummy. But having a little chilli is said to do great things for the metabolism as well as boosting vitamin C.

Latin Name: Capsicum annuum

Part of plant used: the fruit / seeds

Found in: Pomegranate & Elderflower

 

Cardamom would be a bore at school speech day – it’s good at everything: a coffee flavouring in Arabia, a spice in Indian cooking, an aphrodisiac in Pakistan, and a breath freshener in ancient Rome. Versatile little pods…

Latin Name: Elletaria cardamomum

Part of plant used: Pod

Found in: Grapefruit & Passionfruit

Europeans have been warding off colds using Elderberry since medieval times. Elderberry pie is supposed to be good too, but apparently blackberry and apple had better marketing…

Latin Name: Sambucus nigra

Part of plant used: berry

Found in: Bramley Apple & Ginger

Elderflowers make us think of balmy summer walks, fields of barley and old rickety gates – a little ray of sunshine in the (often gloomy) British summer!

Latin Name: Sambucus

Part of plant used: flower

Found in: Pomegranate & Elderflower

Aromatic and slightly spicy – it adds a fiery kick to the refreshing blend of lemon & lime. It is also known for its anti-inflammatory & anti-oxidant properties all over the world.

But closer to home the Famous Five wouldn’t go anywhere without their ginger beer so those rather mystic-looking roots were always destined to be something pretty special!

Latin Name: Zingiber offialis

Part of plant used: root

Found in: Lemon, Lime & Ginger and Bramley Apple & Ginger

Delicious and packed to the brim with antioxidants, Green Tea was originally discovered by an illustrious Chinese emperor who was camping out one fine evening, when Green Tea leaves, from a nearby plant dropped his pot of boiling water. It is now fast becoming the drink of choice in this part of the world for the health & fashion conscious.

Latin Name: Camelia sinsensis

Part of plant used: leaf

Found in: Peach & Green Tea

 

Guarana is the Amazon's answer to the coffee bean.  In fact, Guarana seeds have three times as much caffeine as a coffee bean – which is why we only use a small amount in our drinks – we wouldn’t want you bouncing off the walls!

Latin Name: Elletaria cardamomum

Part of plant used: Pod

Found in: Grapefruit & Passionfruit

The kola nut is the edible seed of tropical trees native to Africa 
It became a household name over here after an American chap called Dr. John Pemberton put it in a soft drink you’ve probably heard of. (Clue – it’s not Firefly)

 

Latin Name: Cola Nitida

Part of plant used: Nut

Found in: Peach & Green Tea

Thought by the Chinese to aid long life and strength, Liquorice is thought to be a cure for many ailments... its rather tasty too!

Latin Name: Glycyrrhiza glabra

Part of plant used: root

Found in: Peach & Green Tea

 

Despite their sting, nettles had been part of British rural folklore for centuries - long before Firefly came about. They’re known for their natural detoxifying properties.

Ours are gathered in the wild in Eastern Europe.

Latin Name: Urtica dioca

Part of plant used: leaf

Found in: Lemon, Lime & Ginger

 

The name of Rosemary originates from the Latin word rosmarinus, meaning "mist of the sea"
It is highly aromatic and makes our drinks fragrant – and we like to think a little more sophisticated.

 

Latin Name: Rosmarinus officinalis

Part of plant used: leaf

Found in: All Firefly drinks, but particularly in Grapefruit & Passionfruit and Peach & Green Tea

 

The Romans considered it a cheery remedy for melancholy. A fragrant herb from the Med, Thyme's been popular with European mothers for centuries as a mild cough remedy for their little ones.

Latin Name: Thymus vulgaris

Part of plant used: leaf

Found in: Pomegranate & Elderflower

 

 

 

The Guarani tribes of Paraguay have long used Yerba Mate leaves for health, vitality and longevity. It's known to give a gentle lift without the jitters associated with coffee...we use just enough to add a little extra bounce to your day…

Latin Name: Yerba Maté

Part of plant used: leaf

Found in: Peach & Green Tea and Grapefruit & Passionfruit