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Hibiscus Tea
100% pure hibiscus sabdariffa tea made with only hibiscus flowers. A popular, healthy drink enjoyed since ancient times.
Tea type: Herbal Tea
Caffeine: None
Origin: Thailand
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Description:
Hibiscus Tea. 100% pure hibiscus sabdariffa tea made with only hibiscus flowers. A popular, healthy drink enjoyed since ancient times. Our biggest seller. Email for pricing on quantities greater than 250 lbs.
Sometimes referred to as karkade, carcadè, Rosa de Jamaica, Jamaican roselle and red sorrel tea. It has been shown to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure.
Use 1 heaping teaspoon per 6 oz cup. Heat water
until boiling steep for 5-10 minutes or to taste.
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*****
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Just like in Egypt!
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07/21/2008 14:27
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"I had hibiscus tea in Egypt for the first time--every place we went we were offered delicious cups of this hot, tart tea. When we returned home I looked for ages before I found Dragonwater's version, which is 100% hibiscus flowers, just like they served us there. (Before that I purchased bagged teas with various additions that weren't anything like what I was craving.) It is really tart, so be ready for that! "
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Posted by KK | View all reviews by KK (1)
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*****
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I know it's good for you but...
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06/23/2008 12:33
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*****
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Great recipe!
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05/16/2008 15:21
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"In San Antonio, Texas, a beautiful city with 68% people of Spanish origin, almost every restaurant serves Hibiscus tea, combining a hibiscus (jamaica) with peppermint leaves. "Karkade" is actually served in some restaurants combining Hibiscus, Mint, Ginger root, and White grape juice.... DELICIOUS! I keep it in my frig. Play with the amount of ingredients. No need to add sugar with the white grape juice. Kiddos LOVE it as an alternative to sweet drinks, and its very good for you. "
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous
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*****
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Beautiful & Soothing
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03/31/2008 06:32
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"This tea has quickly become one of my favorites; it's refreshing, has wonderful flavor and mouth feel, and it soothes me in the mid-afternoon when I am at my most stressed point in the day. I went out on a limb purchasing this tea and was happily rewarded; many thanks to DragonWater for allowing it's patrons to post reviews, otherwise I may not have tried this amazing tea."
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (3)
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*****
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I like it with other herbs
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02/15/2008 20:05
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"My favorite thing to do is to brew a pinch of hibiscus with a pinch of chamomile or a pinch of spearmint before bed. Nice and relaxing, I do like tart flavors--one reason I like this tea. "
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous
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*****
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no subject
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12/25/2007 17:49
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"I wasn't expecting such a tart taste when I took my first sip. Next time I will cut the amount of tea in half and steep it for less time. Tough to drink without sugar!
[Edit: I have been drinking this tea for about a month now and it has really grown on me. So much so that I have changed my rating from 3 to 5 stars. If you're put off by the sour taste at first, experiment with different amounts of leaves, sugar, and steeping time. Don't give up on it right away!] "
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Posted by Nick | View all reviews by Nick (13)
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*****
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no subject
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12/01/2007 11:06
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*****
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great tea
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11/26/2007 15:40
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"My husband and I love this tea. It has a strong, but very nice, flavor. We also drink it when we are feeling under the weather- it's great for a sore throat or congestion."
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (2)
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*****
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Its great!
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11/24/2007 18:45
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"I got it for a heath tea to drink that I have put to geather for my self, Daminana, hibiscus, guto kola and nettle. I came out great."
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Posted by silverpanthra | View all reviews by silverpanthra (33)
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*****
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no subject
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11/19/2007 00:11
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*****
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no subject
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11/19/2007 00:05
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"I love hibiscus tea, so it was wonderful to find pure hibiscus. Many of the other teas I have tried blended it with black tea or other flowers. Just be sure not to overbrew hibiscus, or it leaves a bitter aftertaste."
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Posted by Mizu | View all reviews by Mizu (8)
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*****
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Addendum to previous review
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10/02/2007 09:55
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"As an aside, I am currently in medical school, and this particular style of tea was mentioned regarding its lowering effects on blood pressure. If you are drinking this tea regularly and are taking medication for high blood pressure, you should probably notify your doctor so he/she can monitor your blood pressure closely, and make adjustments to your medication if needed. Just thought people might want to know. Nonetheless, this tea is wonderful! Been drinking it for 2+ weeks now before bed, and it's great at helping me fall asleep!"
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Posted by Protosv | View all reviews by Protosv (4)
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*****
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The best Hibiscus tea I have found
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09/24/2007 09:35
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"I have shopped around and tried several varieties of hibiscus from various origins around the globe. I can safely say that this particular hibiscus is the most flavorful and produces the strongest cup I have ever tasted. A sweet/tart flavor with a little sugar added makes for a wonderful relaxant before bedtime, or chill it with ice for a tasty drink in the summer! I bought 1/2lb of this on a whim, and I was not disappointed! I will definitely be purchasing more in the near future..."
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Posted by Protosv | View all reviews by Protosv (4)
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*****
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Great!
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07/15/2007 12:55
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*****
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Great tea!
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06/26/2007 19:46
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"Fell in love with this tea while in Egypt... I drink it iced, and add lime or lime juice and a little sugar..
Yours is better quality than what I brought back from Egypt... "
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Posted by yankee lady | View all reviews by yankee lady (1)
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*****
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Not my favorite tea.
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04/23/2007 02:43
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"Not my favorite tea. I jumped the boat and ordered a pound of it after reading about the health benefits of hibiscus tea. I haven't adjusted to the strong flavor. I'm continuing to drink it because it's good for me but the tart "citrus-y orange-y" flavor even added to other teas is too strong for me. It may be an acquired taste.
However dragonwater's customer service was great as always! Thanks!"
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (23)
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*****
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tart...
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03/23/2007 20:17
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"I use it with my green tea, for the health reasons...I find it some what like crandberries...Ya it adds a tartness to the tea mixure..."
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (3)
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*****
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no subject
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03/19/2007 18:34
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*****
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02/26/2007 21:30
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"Very tart flavor, and a nice color. Makes a great tea when you're in the mood for something different or before bed"
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (4)
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*****
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02/11/2007 09:58
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"A very punchy red color with an equally tangy flavor. I like it alone, but I think it would be better blended with a fruit tea. "
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Posted by Joellyn | View all reviews by Joellyn (16)
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*****
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01/23/2007 11:04
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"Very flavorful, tart tea with a nice red color. I liked it hot and am looking forward to trying it over ice."
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (2)
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*****
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01/01/2007 22:02
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"Gorgeous color, tart, tart flavor. Most excellent when blended with any fruit or herbal tea. Refreshing and exciting when brewed and sweetened for an iced tea."
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (9)
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*****
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12/15/2006 15:10
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"This is the first time, I've tried this tea, heard about it from my husbands family who live in Jordan,, its delicious,, i make it the way they do just adding a little lemon and sweetner,, the brilliant red color and the fantastic taste make it one of my new favorite teas..! Great packaging also with resealable foil, talk about fresh!!"
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous
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*****
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09/12/2006 13:41
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*****
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Fabulous
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08/28/2006 10:18
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"I loved this tea iced with a bit of sugar--It has a striking deep red color. It tasted great and I feel I am getting some real health benefits."
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Posted by anonymous | View all reviews by anonymous (2)
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