Make Real Tea With Natural Tea Ingredients

Need a hot tea recipe? Learn how to brew flavorful, natural teas with whole herbs and fruits — no mystery tea bags required. 

What’s in your store-bought tea bags?
Most commercial tea bags contain finely ground tea dust or fannings rather than whole herbs, fruits, or flowers. Bags are often made of paper or food-grade plastic. For a richer, healthier cup, brew tea from fresh, whole ingredients.

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Tamarind Ginger Tea

Tamarind fruit is loved across Africa and the Caribbean for its tangy pulp — perfect for a warming, soothing tea. For a flavorful homemade blend, try our Tamarind Ginger Tea recipe.

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African Bush Tea

Made with indigenous African herbs, African Bush Tea has been used for generations as a healing drink and daily tonic.

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Papaya Seed Tea

Papaya seeds have a peppery taste and are used to brew Papaya Seed Tea — an unexpected and bold African twist.

Did You Know? Most commercial tea bags contain broken tea leaves called “fannings” or “dust.” Whole-leaf tea brews a richer flavor and retains more antioxidants.Discover traditional brews like African Bush Tea used for herbal healing.

Get Good Hot Spice Tea

Ingredients:
2 cups water
½ tsp ground turmeric
½ tsp ground ginger
½ tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp honey

Directions:
Bring water to a boil; add turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon. Simmer 10 minutes. Strain, sweeten with honey, and add lemon if desired.

For something bold and unique, check out Papaya Seed Tea, a peppery, African-inspired brew.

Learn More About African Teas and Ingredients

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• Sierra Leone Ginger Cake Recipe
• Seed Micro-Gardening Mother Africa