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Hibiscus
Hibiscus makes a full-bodied,
crimson colored infusion with a
flavor similar to tart cranberry
About this tea
Unlike ornamental hibiscus flowers, it is the calyx of the shrubby Hibiscus sabdariffa plant that is used for making a tangy-sweet herbal tea that is equally delicious brewed hot or iced. Harvested by hand when plump and juicy, hibiscus makes a full-bodied, crimson colored infusion with a flavor similar to tart cranberry. Hibiscus is used in culinary and drinks recipes by cultures spanning equatorial latitudes from Southeast Asia to the Caribbean.
Origin
El Faiyum, Egypt
Ingredients
Organic hibiscus flowers.
Precaution: Hibiscus flowers may be intercropped in fields that also grow peanuts. May contain peanut or peanut shell fragments. Caution for individuals with severe peanut allergies.
Ingredients
Organic hibiscus flowers.
Precaution: Hibiscus flowers may be intercropped in fields that also grow peanuts. May contain peanut or peanut shell fragments. Caution for individuals with severe peanut allergies.
Origin
El Faiyum, Egypt
Caffeine Level
None
Based on a 8oz cup of tea made with suggested steeping method relevant to the tea type. An average cup of coffee contains about 90 – 120 mg / 8oz cup.
0 MG
100 MG
Preparation
- Imperial
- Metric
Origin: Hibiscus
El Faiyum
Egypt
"Native to Africa and Asia, Hibiscus Sabdariffa is also known as “Hibiscus Roselle” and is one of the most common and refreshing herbal teas consumed throughout Africa, The Americas, The Middle East and Asia. In Burma and Thailand , the tangy leaves are used in salads while the calyx pods, are sun-dried and used fro making juices , herbal teas, liquors, sodas, marmalades, pickles and candies. Hibiscus has a tart and fruity taste that reminds one of cranberries, citrus and tropical punch."