Starwest Botanicals Organic Hibiscus Flowers, Caffeine Free - Bulk 1 lb Bag

Very very tasty and good. Smells so good and makes you feel better

I love this stuff! The hibiscus flower leaves are so potent and fresh. I thought getting two bags might have been a bit much but for the value, there is no other! One of my favorite new restaurants--Tender Greens--offers hibiscus tea as a beverage and that is where I got hooked. I make a large pitcher each week and drink it so much throughout the week. I did a rough estimate of how much I was saving in drinking my own homemade hibiscus tea vs going out to get Starbucks' passion tea lemonade, which I sort of liken to this. Well, it is a huge money saver and I like that I can control the sugar. I use a cold brew process: sprinkle in the hibiscus to my pitcher with just enough to cover the bottom. Then, I add cold, filtered water and then stick it in the fridge to brew overnight. I find this keeps it tart and perky and there is no bitterness at all, which can occur if you start with hot water. I like to add cold simple syrup to the pitcher the next day to sweeten it up a touch. One thing I do recommend is using a slotted spoon to fish out the hibiscus the next day. Drinking your hibiscus tea and having to constantly spit out the little pieces is quite annoying. Or, you could also strain it. I really feel the quality of these hibiscus flowers is amazing and they come in very well-sealed bags. I have yet to use my second bag but I am glad that it is there when I will need it next. Do not hesitate to buy this product!

Delicious!!!! Do not over brew 4 - 5 minutes works Great!!!!

You can't go wrong! Two pounds of hibiscus flowers at this price is a great deal! My doctor wanted to see my LDL cholesterol lower and my HDL cholesterol higher. We talked about this at my appointment in August. At my next appointment in December she did a blood test again and the cholesterol numbers were perfectly in line. She said I really must have taken her advice and changed my diet. It wasn't until then that I told her I had not changed my diet. All I did was started drinking hibiscus tea every day. That's it! She was very impressed. I didn't tell her about the hibiscus until a few days later when my blood test results were back. That way I would know for a fact that I was getting her true opinion on the effects of the hibiscus. This stuff works well! I make my tea in a mason jar every night before I go to bed, so it's just a cold brew. I put two heaping scoops of hibiscus flowers in my tall mason jar, add two bags of oolong green tea, and fill the jar with water, close it up, and leave it in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning, I have this deep, dark red, beautiful hibiscus oolong tea that is very potent. In the morning I pour everything into my large Pyrex measuring cup, then pour it back into my mason jar through a strainer (this leaves just the tea without the hibiscus leaves and tea bags). I sweeten it with agave nectar, add a packet of True Lemon, and a couple of tablespoons of Chia seeds, shake up the whole jar to mix it all together, and I then take it to work with me every morning to drink throughout the day. I lost nearly 20 pounds doing this without changing my diet, because the hibiscus tea eliminates and prevents inflammation/water retention. I went to the bathroom a lot while doing this, but that effect tapers off after a few weeks. I feel some energy from the caffeine in the oolong tea, and the Chia seeds have great fiber and are also good for maintaining cholesterol, but I didn't start adding those to the tea until recently. Buying in bulk from this merchant seems to be the best way to go, because it's such a good deal to get so much of the product for this price. There were no quality issues, the bag has a zipper type seal on the top like a ziploc bag, and the merchant was fast about shipping everything to me. They have a customer for life, as far as I'm concerned! Great value!

Very nice quality herbal product. I don't even heat water to make tea, just add 1/4 c to 1/2 gallon and sit overnight. Produces a very deep and rich natural flavor. The herb is cut small as well so can easily be strained or eaten. I will purchase again. 6/12/14 UPDATE: If you are interested in this herbal tea for high blood pressure, well then try it! I make this tea for a friend of mine and withing 10-30 minutes after drinking 32 ounces, his blood pressure significantly decreases. I would highly recommend anyone with hypertension to include this tea...PLUS it tastes lovely! 11/28/14 UPDATE: I have been playing with a recipe that I wanted to share because it tastes really lovely. 32oz glass jar 4 tsp dried hibiscus flowers and approx. 1-2" chunk of ginger diced (you can leave the peel on if it's organic). Let that sit overnight and strain. When you strain the herbs, don't throw it out, just add about 1 fresh tsp of additional flower herb and do the process again. After 3 times, throw out herb mix and start again. Refreshing, healthy, and delicious!

This is a fun tea to drink in a crowd. What's that??? people want to know. The color draws the eye. Packaging is excellent. Contents are fresh and inviting. Makes great Iced drink alone or added to almond milk for a "Barbie pink" beverage. This is one of my trusted brands I return to when I'm trying a new blend as I know I can count on a quality product. Because of the deep color of this tea when brewed I expected a more robust flavor which isn't there. Still it's a pleasant alternative to green te which I drink hot or cold. I prefer to enjoy the Hibiscus cold. Would buy again.

Great taste, (with added sweetener, raspberry syrup) , otherwise it's too bitter for me. Good for blood pressure and increases Nitric Oxide in your blood. This causes relaxed blood vessels. which is great for so many reasons ;+) I make it in a french press. Overnight cold press in the fridge makes the best tea

This organically dried hibiscus is the perfect addition to my loose leaf tea blend. Its vibrant color and delicate flavor add a touch of floral elegance to every cup. I appreciate knowing that it’s organically grown, ensuring the highest quality and purity. Plus, its versatility allows me to experiment with different tea blends and recipes, adding depth and complexity to my creations. Overall, this organically dried hibiscus has become a beloved staple in my tea collection. Its exceptional quality and delightful flavor elevate my tea-drinking experience to new heights. Highly recommended for tea enthusiasts seeking a touch of natural beauty in every sip.

I have bought many teas from Starwest - dandelion, milk thistle, burdock root..... This is the first time purchasing hibiscus, and they did not disappoint me. Always top quality and the world's best price. Too bad that many of their loose leaf tea products are not available in Canada (I have checked their US website and oh my...). I am concerned if they would no longer sell at Amazon.... Please stay in Amazon for us Canadian customers.

Dislike is too strong a word, the petals were crushed, not what I have become accustomed to using.

A small amount goes a long way. Delicious tasting tea!

Wonderful flavour

It's good quality hibiscus even thought I can't stand the taste. I thought I'd like it but it was so tart and alien tasting I couldn't stomach it.