This remarkable tea shines with desert pride and spotlights one of Maya’s most unique flavors. Hibiscus and Rose Hips are blended to create the vibrant magenta base for our one-of-a-kind Prickly Pear Herbal Tea. Perfect for any long, hot summer afternoon, this tea is beautiful served over ice and lends well for a mature cocktail.

TEA BASE:

Hibiscus Flowers & Chamomile Flowers

BASE REGION:

Egypt

INGREDIENTS:

Hibiscus, Rose Hips, Chicory Root, Chamomile, Dried Prickly Pear Fruit, N/A Prickly Pear Flavor

Basic Brewing Method

Scoop 1-3 tablespoons of dried herb into a strainer.

Heat 1 cup of water until it just comes to a boil.

Place strainer in your cup.

Pour hot water over herbs and cover to keep the essential oils from escaping.

Steep for 15 minutes to 1 hour and strain.

COLD INFUSIONS

Cold Infusions are ideal for slimy or demulcent herbs and herbs with delicate essential oils. A few good herbs for cold infusions include Marshmallow root, Chia seed, and fresh Lemon Balm.

Basic Method

Fill a quart jar with cold water.

Bundle 1oz of herb in cheesecloth.

Slightly moisten the bundled herb.

Submerge the bundle just below the water in the jar.

Drape the tied end of the bundle over the lip of the jar.

Secure by loosely screwing on the cap.

Allow to infuse overnight.

OR

Place herbs in a quart jar, fill with cold water, and cap.

Allow to infuse overnight.