Arabian Nights

This tea is a rich, fruity infusion that is an absolute powerhouse of health benefits and is amazing all year round. Perfect hot, warm, cool or iced this really is a breath-taking brew. As it cools to room temperature the taste improves, bringing out the rich fruitiness. If you pour it into a wine glass you realise that this drink has another dimension - it looks like a glass of red wine, it tastes like a glass of red wine, but without the alcohol and even better, the hibiscus, cinnamon and ginger all have amazing health benefits.

Origins and History

This blend is actually from an Arabian source, hence the name I have given it - Arabian Nights. The Arabian name is Karkade and always features Hibiscus flowers famous across the Middle East and North Africa for it's sweet-tart refreshing taste and health benefits. The hibiscus is accompanied with mint, oranges or various spices.

Health Benefits

Hibiscus Flowers containing anti-inflammatories, antioxidants, polyphenols and vitamin C to boost your immune system, helps lower cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar, can promote weight loss and supports the health of the heart and liver.

This flower has a tart and sweet taste similar to cranberries

Cinnamon rich in polyphenols and antioxidants, can lower blood sugar levels and reduce inflammation and relieves menstrual cramps.

Cinnamon adds a sweetness to this drink that helps curb those sugar cravings

Ginger is great for digestion, helps relieve nausea and can ease pain and inflammation in the gut and also in muscles and joints, even helping with the symptoms of osteoarthritis. The fieriness of ginger adds to the warming nature of this tea

How to prepare

80-100 degree fresh boiled water, 1 teaspoon per cup in a strainer, brew for 2-3 minutes.