Hibiscus is a herbal tea full of antioxidants and vitamins that helps to promote overall health and wellbeing. It also has a deep, berry flavor.

All about Hibiscus, Organic — Herbal Tea

What it’s like, and how to make it

CaffeineCaffeine free
TasteTart, cranberry-like, fruity, deeply colored
What’s in itHibiscus (Hibiscus Sabdariffa)
How to brew it
  • 212°F / 100°C
  • Steep 5–7 minutes COVERED
  • Use 1–2 tsp per 8oz
  • Covering traps the volatile oils that carry most of the flavour

212°F / 100°C — Steep 5–10 minutes — Use 1–2 tsp per 8oz — Drink through a straw (acidity can erode tooth enamel) — Don't add milk (deactivates anthocyanins)

Beyond the cup

The heart-health tea with the most clinical research behind it. Tart, cranberry-like, and naturally caffeine-free. Traditionally used to support healthy blood pressure and circulation. Three cups a day is the amount used in most studies. Drink through a straw to protect tooth enamel — the natural acidity is part of what makes it work, but your teeth will thank you. Don't add milk — it deactivates the active compounds.

  • Hibiscus, Organic loose leaf tea, shown over a chalk-and-watercolour illustration
  • Illustration: Hibiscus, Organic with a wedding in Cairo at dusk
  • Illustration of Hibiscus, Organic in The Tea & Spice Shoppe pouch, with a wedding in Cairo at dusk
  • Hibiscus - Organic - The Tea & Spice Shoppe
  • Hibiscus - Organic - The Tea & Spice Shoppe
Good for

For the long term

  • Hibiscus has been studied more than almost any other flower for tea, and is a traditional cooling drink across West Africa, Mexico and Egypt
  • Rosehips and hibiscus together are a traditional source of vitamin C in herbal tea
  • Tart, deep red and naturally caffeine-free — a wonderful iced tea
  • The pitcher tea of summer; a warming cup in winter
What the research looked at

Naturally caffeine-free, sharply tart, and the most colour any single ingredient will give a cup.
Rich in anthocyanins — the same class of pigment that colours blackcurrants and elderberries.
Hibiscus has been studied in a number of trials, unusually as the infusion rather than as an extract; the ingredient guide cites them.
The iced jug in summer, and the one blend that needs no colouring of any kind.

These teas are foods, sold as such. Nothing on this page is intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

What it goes with

Hibiscus and our Ceylon Cinnamon Ground are the strongest evidence-based wellness pairing in the shop — hibiscus supports blood pressure while cinnamon helps with blood sugar. Add our Cloves Ground and Ginger Ground for the traditional Caribbean sorrel blend.

Where it takes you

The Jerk Pits at Boston Bay

Also in these blends

On its own, this is the straight thing. It also goes into these blends, each made for a different evening. Read about Hibiscus →

Reviews

What the time-travelers say

206 of the shop’s 213 reviews are five stars — left by people who actually bought the tea

Write a review

No reviews of this one yet.

If you have had it, you would be the first to say so — and the shop reads every one.

Write a review
Jamaican Curry Powder

Great products and great service

I had a slight mix up on my order, they were quick to reply and correct my order with no issues. Amazing service and great…

I had a slight mix up on my order, they were quick to reply and correct my order with no issues. Amazing service and great products.

— Nick C. Verified

Peach White, Organic

Great tea

A lovely, delicate tea. The peach is strong without being overwhelming or cloying, and the calendula is a nice addition. Very…

A lovely, delicate tea. The peach is strong without being overwhelming or cloying, and the calendula is a nice addition. Very tasty!

— Zoe R. Verified

Maple Peach

Maple Peach

The maple peach is delicious. What a beautiful combination. I will most definitely order it again, and a higher quantity of it.

— Gerda S. Verified

Dill Weed

Always handy

I use dillweed often. This dill is fresh and has a nice aroma. I use it in marinades, salad dressings, and on fish. Good stuff.

— Jennifer D. Verified

Detox Tea, Organic

Great stuff

This has helped my household a lot with circulation and alertness when we had it everyday. Will be ordering again soon. Thanks

— Dave G. Verified

Blueberry Bang Rooibos

Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product.…

Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product. 10/10!!

— Erin Poeta P. Verified

English Breakfast Decaf

Delicious

I love this black tea, it has a really nice smooth flavour and love how it’s Swiss water method decaf. Will be buying again!

— Jessica A. Verified

Toffee Olé

Great flavorful tea

Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite…

Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite flavorful.

— Joel R. Verified

Assam Estate CTC BOP

Another full bodied ‘real tea’ . ie It is not a flavoured tea. However, we do very much enjoy the Cafe Latte tea which is a…

Another full bodied ‘real tea’ . ie It is not a flavoured tea. However, we do very much enjoy the Cafe Latte tea which is a flavoured tea!!!

— Ted H. Verified

Ayurvedic Throat Coat

teas

love , love, love and they shipping is very fast. the headache tea works great, the throat coat tea works great as well

— Miranda A. Verified

Ayurvedic Breathe Deep

4 stars

It worked beautifully; perhaps if I add a little more honey, it would make it better… It is a wellness tea, after all!

— Merrilee B. Verified

Bancha, Organic

Bancha with a splash of lemon

A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an…

A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an enjoyable second cup!

— Monika F. Verified

View product

Explore

Other ways in

Home The front door — what the shop has, how it reaches you, and where a cup can take you, in one scroll. Start here Collections Every shelf in the shop on one page — teas by leaf and flavour, spices by kind and cuisine. Open any shelf to see what is on it. Browse the shelves The Showroom The whole shop on one floor — every tea, spice and blend, filtered by what you are after, with the basket beside you. Open the Showroom Elsewhere Short trips — a place, a moment, a feeling — each with the teas and spices that get you there. Take a trip Ingredients Every plant, seed, bark and salt in the shop on one page — what it is, why it is in the blend, and where it comes from. See them all Local Delivery & Shipping How it reaches you — free Calgary delivery over $60, one flat rate for every province, and what happens if it is wrong. See the rates