🌿 Mint Flakes Rubbed 500 g – Premium Dried Herb for Fresh Aroma and Flavour

1. Description

Bring the refreshing essence of garden-fresh mint straight into your kitchen with our Mint Flakes Rubbed 500 g — a premium dried herb that captures the natural coolness, aroma, and flavour of freshly picked mint leaves.

Carefully harvested at peak freshness and gently rubbed to preserve the leaf’s essential oils, these mint flakes offer a delicate yet vibrant taste that enhances a wide variety of dishes. From lamb roasts and sauces to herbal teas and desserts, mint is one of the world’s most beloved and versatile herbs — and this bulk 500 g pack ensures you always have it on hand for both culinary and commercial use.

Our Mint Flakes are naturally dried using a low-temperature process to maintain their green colour and potent aroma. The “rubbed” texture means the leaves are lightly crushed, making it easy to release flavour when mixed into dishes or steeped in hot water.

Perfect for restaurants, caterers, cafés, and home cooks across New Zealand, this herb is 100 % natural, free from preservatives, artificial colours, or additives. Whether you’re preparing savoury meals or crafting refreshing drinks, our Rubbed Mint Flakes bring freshness and fragrance to every recipe.

2. Key Points

🌿 100 % Natural Dried Mint

Pure, dried mint leaves with no artificial colours, preservatives, or fillers — just clean, herbal freshness.

🍃 Rubbed for Maximum Aroma

Lightly crushed (rubbed) leaves release essential oils easily, providing an instant burst of minty fragrance.

🧑‍🍳 Perfect for Professional Kitchens

The 500 g bulk size offers exceptional value for chefs, restaurants, caterers, and tea producers.

🍽️ Versatile Ingredient

Adds brightness and flavour to sauces, meats, salads, beverages, marinades, and desserts.

🌸 Naturally Dried and Preserved

Dried slowly at low temperatures to retain mint’s natural green colour and signature aroma.

🌱 Refreshing and Cool Taste

Delivers the crisp, cooling sensation that mint is famous for — ideal for both sweet and savoury dishes.

💚 Health-Friendly and Pure

A caffeine-free, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly herb suitable for a range of dietary preferences.

🍵 Excellent for Herbal Teas

Perfect for brewing mint tea or blending with green tea, chamomile, or lemon balm for soothing infusions.

🌏 Sustainably and Ethically Sourced

Produced by responsible growers who follow eco-friendly harvesting and drying practices.

🏡 Long-Lasting Freshness

Packaged in airtight, food-grade packaging to protect the herb’s aroma, colour, and potency.

3. Benefits

🌿 1. Adds Freshness and Balance to Meals

Mint brightens up rich or spicy dishes with its cooling, aromatic profile — perfect for balancing hearty flavours like lamb, beef, and curry.

🍽️ 2. Elevates Culinary Creations

Use it in chutneys, sauces, marinades, or salad dressings to add a fresh herbal note. Mint pairs beautifully with yoghurt, lemon, garlic, and olive oil.

🍵 3. Ideal for Beverages and Teas

Steep in boiling water for a soothing herbal tea or add to iced drinks for a refreshing summer beverage.

🧑‍🍳 4. Versatile for Home and Commercial Use

Loved by chefs, baristas, and home cooks — easy to incorporate into food or drinks with no waste.

🌿 5. Long Shelf Life

Dried and rubbed to maintain freshness for months, ensuring you always have mint ready to use.

💚 6. Digestive and Cooling Properties

Traditionally used to aid digestion and refresh the body — perfect for hot weather and heavy meals.

🍰 7. Adds Natural Sweetness to Desserts

Sprinkle mint flakes over chocolate, fruit salads, or ice cream for a cool, aromatic finish.

🌱 8. Blends Easily with Other Herbs

Works well with rosemary, basil, coriander, and oregano — a great base for herb rubs and spice mixes.

🍖 9. Excellent for Meat Marinades

Classic pairing with lamb and beef dishes — enhances natural meat flavours with gentle freshness.

🫖 10. Loved Across New Zealand

A pantry essential for Kiwi households and hospitality professionals seeking premium, versatile dried herbs.

4. Why You Should Choose Mint Flakes Rubbed 500 g

🍃 Premium Quality in Every Leaf

Our mint flakes are made from hand-selected leaves, air-dried to perfection, and gently rubbed to preserve flavour integrity and natural oils.

🧑‍🍳 Designed for Chefs and Home Cooks

The 500 g pack provides exceptional value — perfect for busy kitchens, catering services, and herbal tea manufacturers.

🌿 Naturally Fresh, Vibrant Aroma

Each spoonful releases the clean, crisp scent of real mint — proof of high essential oil content and careful drying.

🍽️ Ideal for Global and Kiwi Cuisine

Mint complements everything from Mediterranean lamb to Middle Eastern salads, Indian chutneys, and New Zealand’s beloved roast dinners.

💚 Pure and Health-Conscious

Free from gluten, caffeine, and artificial flavouring — ideal for natural, wholesome cooking.

☕ Refreshing in Teas and Drinks

Add to your tea blends or cocktails for cooling herbal infusions — a favourite for wellness cafés across NZ.

🌸 Great for Fusion Menus

Perfect for modern NZ fusion cooking — mix with chilli, lime, or yoghurt for dips, sauces, or grilled meat marinades.

🏡 Bulk Size for Efficiency

Large 500 g pack ensures a steady supply of fresh herbs, saving time and reducing packaging waste.

🌏 Responsibly Sourced

Ethically grown and harvested by partner farms committed to environmental sustainability.

🏆 Trusted by Kiwi Businesses

Used by restaurants, herbal tea brands, and food producers throughout New Zealand for its purity and consistency.

5. Culinary Uses

🍗 For Meats and Marinades

Mix with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and salt to create a fragrant mint rub for lamb, beef, or chicken.

🥗 For Salads and Sauces

Blend with yoghurt and cucumber for a classic mint raita, or add to dressings and dips for brightness.

🍵 For Herbal Teas

Add a teaspoon of mint flakes to hot water for a relaxing, aromatic brew — soothing after meals or before bed.

🍨 For Desserts and Drinks

Use as a garnish for chocolate desserts, smoothies, mojitos, or iced tea.

🧂 For Spice Blends

Combine with rosemary, thyme, or basil to create all-purpose herb mixes for roasted vegetables or meats.

6. Storage and Shelf Life

• Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and humidity.
  
• Seal tightly after each use to preserve aroma and colour.
  
• Shelf life: Up to 24 months when stored correctly.
  

7. Health and Wellness Benefits

Mint has long been treasured in herbal medicine for its cooling, calming, and digestive benefits.
It’s naturally rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients, helping support overall wellness.

Potential benefits include:

• Promoting healthy digestion and reducing bloating.
  
• Refreshing breath and supporting oral hygiene.
  
• Providing natural cooling relief in hot climates.
  
• Supporting relaxation and reducing stress.
  

(Note: This information is general and not intended as medical advice.)

8. Sustainability and Sourcing

We are committed to providing products that are both high-quality and environmentally responsible.
Our mint is grown by farms that practice sustainable agriculture — minimising chemical use and promoting biodiversity.

By choosing our Mint Flakes Rubbed 500 g, you’re supporting responsible sourcing and a greener food supply chain.

9. Conclusion

Our Mint Flakes Rubbed 500 g bring the fresh, uplifting essence of mint into every corner of your kitchen. Whether you’re creating aromatic roasts, refreshing teas, or flavourful sauces, these dried mint leaves deliver the perfect blend of purity, fragrance, and taste.

Sustainably sourced, carefully processed, and professionally packaged, they offer the consistency and quality demanded by chefs and home cooks alike. From North Island cafés to South Island restaurants, this herb remains a timeless favourite in New Zealand’s culinary landscape.

Add a sprinkle to your marinades, infusions, or desserts and enjoy the burst of natural freshness that only true mint can provide.

Choose Mint Flakes Rubbed 500 g — the simple way to infuse every dish with the clean, cool, and aromatic flavour of nature’s favourite herb.