Hibiscus Flower (hibiscus sabdariffa)

The red flowering tropical hibiscus plant gives our hibiscus high tea its unique taste and wonderful color. The fruity flavor has the perfect hint of mint making a wonderful cup of tea that can be enjoyed all year round. Try it hot or cold with a slice of lemon.

Caffeine – Free

Aroma and Flavor
Sharp, tangy, and floral aroma with an enchanting and alluring flavor of romantic rose and hibiscus.

Ingredients
Hibiscus flowers, honeybush tea, rosehips,  lemongrass, spearmint leaf, orange peel, and rose petals.

Brew Instructions
Fill 1 tablespoon of tea in a tea bag or mesh basket and place in your favorite mug. Pour 8 ounces of boiling water  (212°) over the tea and allow to steep for 3-5 minutes or until desired strength is reached.

About

The leaves, young shoots, and flowers from Hibiscus sabdariffa are common sources of food and drink throughout the tropical regions where this plant thrives. Its large, showy flowers are most commonly brewed as hibiscus tea. In the Caribbean, the vibrantly red infusion is mixed with rum and served as a cocktail. Our whole,  dried hibiscus flowers can be used in culinary recipes and make a lovely addition to botanical tea blends.

There are over 220 species within the genus Hibiscus which belong to the Malvaceae plant family. Hibiscus plants grow in most tropical areas of the world, with a minority of species able to survive in freezing environments. The abundant species found in the tropics cannot tolerate more than a few days of freezing weather and will die if such conditions persist. Hibiscus flowers come in a magnificent variety of colors. Also called roselle and ambashthaki.

Hibiscus flowers are the main ingredient in many wonderfully refreshing teas made around the world, especially in Mexico, Latin America, and North Africa. A tea known as Agua de Jamaica, or simply Jamaica in Mexico, is usually served chilled with copious amounts of sugar to sweeten the natural tartness of the hibiscus.

Precautions
Hibiscus flowers are often intercropped with peanuts. Occasionally fragments of peanut shells are present. Caution for individuals with severe peanut allergies. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.