Siberian Herbal Loose Leaf Tea with Willowherb, Rhododendron Adamsii, Rose Hip Fruits (1.76 OZ)

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This kind of herbal tea used by Siberian peoples such as Buryats and Mongols is quite rare in the West, and this brand offers one of the best options. Two of the main herbs included in this tea are adaptogens that aren't yet well-known in Western countries: Willowherb (aka Fireweed aka "Ivan Tea") and Rhododendron Adamsii (aka "Sagaan Dalia"). In terms of taste, I'd say this resembles a type of black tea more than anything else, although it has no caffeine but will still give you some energy similarly to ginseng or chaga.

Very tasty.

Love the taste

Smells and tastes very nice. I like it!I wigthed it and it's indeed 50g, although when I look at the bag it doesn't seem that much, might be a little more for this price.Also I see some people have purple flowers on the pics which I don't really have in mine :(

I liked everything about it, so yummy, berry woody like flavor so fresh. Definitely ordering more. Made tea with it and will be grinding it up to put in medicinal pills. Packs a powerful punch of nutrition I could feel!

This is actually a tisane. Any drink that is made from herbal ingredients is a tisane and not a tea. Tea only comes from two main varieties of the camellia sinensis evergreen. Nevertheless, this tisane is excellent, healthy, smells and tastes fresh, and is absolutely delicious. The packaging directions say to brew one to two tablespoons in a preheated teapot and steep it for 20-30 minutes. Cool it down for another 20-30 minutes and then drink it like tea (after straining). I used one tablespoon to about 12 ounces of water and followed the rest of the directions. It brewed to a beautiful golden caramel color just like a good cream soda. The flavor is outstanding to me and hard to describe--more like flowery with a hint of herbs. Based on my Internet search, willowherb leaf is full of Vitamin C and contains magnesium and B vitamins and supports the immune system and heart. Rhododendron adamsii is supposed to support the immune system as well and increase vitality among many other benefits. Rose Hip Fruits are rich in antioxidants, may reduce inflammation, etc. On the reverse side, willowherb leaf may cause nausea, indigestion, gas, diarrhea, constipation. Rhododendron adamsii may cause allergies, sleep problems, depression, and neurosis. Rose hip fruits may cause kidney stones, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, heartburn, stomach cramps, fatigue and lithium toxicity. It is best to avoid herbal teas in general if breastfeeding or pregnant or if one has an intolerance to any ingredient in a blend. These recommendations are based on not having enough information to prove that herbal ingredients are safe. I personally did not experience any of this but I only had one cup so far and I almost wanted a second cup. It was so good. I can see where this tea can become addictive because it tastes so good but I personally believe this should be used as a treat and sparingly, especially until one knows if they have any reaction. All the ingredients are caffeine free.The ingredients willowherb leaf, rhododendron adamsii, willowherb flowers, and rose hip fruits. It is a product of Siberia, RussiaI would have liked this in a resealable foil pouch to keep this free from light instead of a cellophane bag that rips immediately. I personally think this should be dispensed into another container to preserve the freshness. Other than this, this tea is delicious and healthy for many (probably in limited quantities) unless pregnant, breastfeeding, interfering with certain meds, or if one has an intolerance for the ingredients.The current price of $11.79 for 1.76 ounces is competitively priced.

I saw the origin of this tea and had to try it. The outcome was better than my expectations. The tea, and I followed the instructions, has a nice scent, excellent taste, a bit sweet and flowering which is no surprise given the ingredients.I don’t have a samovar and as you can see in the pictures I used a glass tea pot, warmed up. Maybe if I used the traditional methods, it would have been even better, but even with my tools, it came out excellent tasting.