The combination of the intensely fresh peppermint aroma and the smoother spearmint aroma produces a well balanced minty flavor which is fresh, yet soothing and cool. Peppermint (Mentha piperita): Besides being a flavoring in candies and tooth paste the therapeutic effect of peppermint as been known since ancient times. Dried peppermint leaves have even been found in several Egyptian pyramids carbon dating back to 1000 BC. Today, modern research has continued to prove what these ancient cultures already know, that peppermint is one of nature's most valuable herbal remedies. Spearmint (Mentha spicata) has similar health benefits to peppermint and is also known to have strong antioxidant properties. *Note -Orders placed before 12:00nn on a business day (Monday - Friday) will be ship the same day. -Orders placed after 12:00nn may not be be shipped until the next business day. - Our business hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. - Orders placed after business hours will not be processed until the next business day. - Orders placed during the weekend (Saturday - Sunday) will be shipped on Monday. - Remember that ground shipping can take up to 7 to 12 days, depending on your location. - Please choose your shipping provider for your convenience before checking out.