Specimen
World of Nature
Dried Hibiscus Flowers
Ref 7A23FC
Rs 75.00
Whole dried hibiscus flowers, kept intact rather than milled, so the deep crimson petals unfurl in the cup and release their colour slowly. The infusion brews an extraordinary ruby red and carries a sharp, cranberry-like tartness that stands up well to sweetening. Known across India as gudhal and elsewhere as karkade or agua de Jamaica, it is drunk hot in winter and poured over ice in summer, where its acidity makes it unusually refreshing.
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Product Details
Origin
Our hibiscus flowers are selected from growers in South India and dried whole under controlled conditions, so the calyces keep their deep natural colour and tart aroma. They are sorted by hand and packed without milling.
Composition
| Ingredients | 100% Dried Hibiscus Flowers (Hibiscus sabdariffa). No added flavours, colours, preservatives or fillers. |
|---|---|
| Taste Profile | Sharply tart and fruity, close to cranberry, with a floral edge and a striking ruby-red liquor. Bracingly acidic on its own and beautifully balanced by honey or sugar. |
| Category | Herbal Tea |
| Reference | 7A23FC |
How to Use
- A hot infusion, sweetened with honey or jaggery
- Iced hibiscus tea, poured over ice with a slice of lemon
- Blended with mint, ginger, cinnamon or lemongrass
- Simmered into syrups, sorbets and jellies
- Used as a natural colouring for drinks and desserts
- Added to hair rinses and masks, as is traditional in South India
Directions of Use
- Use 1 teaspoon (about 2 g) of flowers per 200 ml of water at 95°C.
- Steep 5 to 7 minutes — longer makes it noticeably more tart, not bitter.
- Sweeten to taste; hibiscus is sharp on its own and takes honey well.
- For iced tea, brew double-strength, cool, then pour over ice.
- Hibiscus stains deeply — rinse cups and light surfaces promptly.
- Store in an airtight container away from sunlight and moisture.
- If you take blood-pressure medication, consult a practitioner before drinking it daily.
Benefits
- Whole flowers rather than powder or tea dust, for a cleaner cup
- Naturally contains anthocyanins, the pigments behind its ruby colour
- A source of naturally occurring antioxidant compounds
- Naturally caffeine-free, so it suits any hour
- Doubles as a natural food and drink colouring
- No added flavours, colours, preservatives or fillers
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Rs 75.00
Ref 7A23FC