Hibiscus Tea Coarse Cut 125g

About Hibiscus Tea

While in the United Kingdom and the United States, this herbal tea is mostly referred to as ‘Hibiscus Tea’, in other countries across the world, it is known by a variety of different names! In Australia, for example, it is known as ‘Rosella Tea’. In Egypt and Sudan, it is called ‘Karkade Tea’.

Meanwhile, in India, it depends on the language you speak! In Hindi-speaking regions, it is ‘Arhul Ka Phool Tea’, while in regions where the populations speak Bengali or Sanskrit, it is referred to as ‘Java Kusum Tea’.

Records have established that the first known consumption of Hibiscus Tea (Coarse) dates back to Ancient Egypt. It was during this time that the almighty Pharaohs would favour this refreshing beverage to cool them as they cruised along the River Nile.

Hibiscus Flower Tea has long since been acclaimed for its body-coolant properties, and was likely consumed to combat the fierce scorn of the desert heat.

Thousands of years later, Hibiscus Tea was first introduced to Europe during the 18th Century. This was followed by its introduction into the United States market during the 19th Century.

Both plant and tea now thrive across the planet, with countless scientific studies uncovering its true potential on a yearly basis! For more information on this, please refer to our health benefits section below.

Useful Information

Type of Tea: Herbal Loose Flower Tea. Cut Hibiscus.

Origin: Nigeria, Africa.

Brewing Instructions: Brew using freshly boiled water and infuse for 5 to 10 minutes.

How to Serve: Hibiscus Tea (coarse) is best served as it is. Alternatively, you may consider adding honey. In the summer months Hibiscus can be used to make Iced Teas !

Tasting Notes: Slightly milder than the Hibiscus Flower Tea, this brew delicately massages the palette before bursting out with a sharp, tangy aftertaste; lingering long after you drain your cup.

Colour in Cup: Deep red liquor, dark in tone.

Hibiscus Tea (coarse) Benefits

Some of the Hibiscus Tea Benefits for this beverage include: improved Immune System and Digestive System health, enhanced liver protection, and even menstrual relief. However, most notably, many studies have been conducted on Hibiscus Tea with regard to the lowering of high blood pressure.

Further to this, when consumed as part of a healthy and active lifestyle, 3 cups of Hibiscus Tea (Coarse) tea a day can lower the absorption of starch and glucose from the average diet.

This subsequently leads to improved weight management! This herbal tea is also low in calories, making it a viable alternative to other tea blends.