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Davidson's Tea Bulk, Herb Pure Org Hibiscus Flowers, 16-Ounce Bag

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I am also trying out hibiscus tea because I have read that there are clinical trials that show hibiscus lowers blood pressure. I'm not sure how strong hibiscus tea is "supposed" to be, but about 10 petals in a coffee mug works for me. The tea produced is very strong and exceptionally sour which, personally, I love. I would say it's similar in taste to rhubarb which I also love. You can add a sugar or sugar alternative if you want, but I say it tastes great straight.

I was expecting this to be a finely chopped powder, but as others have said, these are full petals (see my user added image). You don't really need to buy a tea strainer for this. I use a bombilla sometimes,Stainless Steel Spring Bombilla 1 Count, but really, it isn't necessary. Which is convenient for those of us who get lazy. Put petals in coffee mug, pour in water, microwave for 1:30, voila! Just throw away or eat petals when finished. (They have a nice texture to them after they've steeped for a few minutes).

Other notes: the tea produced is a very deep and pretty magenta. If it spills on something white, like for example my shirt, it turns into an indigo stain. Would probably be good for and all-natural tie-dye.

From Wikipedia:
"A study published in the Journal of Human Hypertension has shown that drinking hibiscus tea can reduce high blood pressure in people with type 2 diabetes. The study results showed the average systolic blood pressure for those drinking hibiscus tea decreased from 134.8 mmHg (17.97 kPa) at the beginning of the study to 112.7 mmHg (15.03 kPa) at the end of the study, one month later.[5] This is consistent with its supposed role as a diuretic."

A friend of mine had tried hibiscus tea and said it was a great "fruity" tea. I bought the Davidson's and was pleased with the product. It is a loose tea and can be steeped for 3-5 minutes. I used roughly a teaspoon per 8oz serving. I sweeten it with agave syrup or honey. It's great served over ice too!

I ordered the hibiscus tea based on information that drinking two cups per day would help reduce blood pressure. I have not been to the doctor yet to see if this working. The product arrived promptly. I drink two cups per day sweetened with a little stevia. My only critical comment would be that
the packaging doesn't give instructions for preparing the tea, such as how
long it should steep. I have been steeping it for five minutes. If that is too long or too short of a time I hope someone will let me know!

a great tea, much better than the whole flower hibiscus you find in mexico or spanish markets, because it's ground finer so you need to use less. one bag will last a long, long time, the tea is delicious, and new studies say hibiscus lowers blood pressure. we drink it constantly (add a cinnamon stick, a little sugar, and you're good to go)

I ordered this tea 2-d time, because we like it to drink in the evening. This tea doesn't have caffeine and have soft fruity-sour taste. Easy to make and you can drink it even cold it doesn't change the taste. It was fast delivery and good package.

This is my initial cup of hibiscus tea and it is very warm and pleasing. The tea comes out a beautiful red color and has an uplifting floral scent. I like the sour bite the tea yields. I look forward to many more cups of this wholesome organic brew. This is pure health in a cup and I feel good drinking it.

If you like tart herbal tea, this is the tea for you.

I have read that over a 6 week period that if you drink 3 to 4 cups of brewed tea with this product, a day, it has real blood pressure lowering qualities. I am testing it out. Also, I found on line a site that recommended adding 1/4 c orange juice and it does improve the flavor (less tarty). Good quality and value

I adore hibiscus tea. Reminds me somewhat of pomegranate juice. Use with caution--can significantly lower your blood pressure. I like the packaging that it came in. The bag is lined on the inside to retain freshness and has an attached tie closure (very convenient).
Davidson's Tea Bulk, Herb Pure Org Hibiscus, 16-Ounce Bag

I got this tea to drink at my office and it's absolutelly delicious. It has a frutty, sour taste which I love, the color also beautiful. It has a high content of Vitamin C, so all I can say is that it's marvelous

Product arrived promptly and well packed. This is hard to find in a local store so I'm very happy with the product and the seller

This is my first order and it is MORE that I expected. At my rate, it will be an year before I finsih the contents - a sure bargin!