Did you know that fruit tea actually has nothing to do with the commonly understood meaning of the word? Fruit infusions - as they should be called - are made from dried fruit, which may contain candied or freeze-dried fruit, but also flowers, herbs or spices .
It is worth remembering that such mixtures do not contain tea leaves.
Why is it worth drinking fruit teas?
The great advantage of fruit infusions is that they can be prepared both hot and cold. This aspect makes them useful at any time of the year - regardless of whether we want to quench our thirst on hot days or warm up our bodies during cold and unpleasant weather.
Moreover, fruit teas are very beneficial when it comes to our health. Depending on the composition of the composition , they can be a source of many vitamins and minerals and have anti-inflammatory, antiviral, diuretic, regulating blood glucose and cholesterol levels, but also relaxing and soothing effects .
Due to the lack of caffeine, it can be safely consumed by children, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers.
What are the properties of selected ingredients of Basilur fruit teas?
Hibiscus
Called the red gold of the pharaohs, it is rich in substances with healing properties - phenolic compounds, triterpene derivatives, phytosterols, flavonoids, polysaccharides. Flavonoids, including anthocyanins, have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. There are studies indicating that hibiscus extract may help fight cancer cells. Of course, thanks to the content of flavonoids, hibiscus also protects against infections.
In addition, polysaccharides have an immunomodulatory effect - they create a protective barrier around inflamed cells, thanks to which the infection does not spread.
As if that wasn't enough , hibiscus also contains a large amount of vitamin C!
Rose hips
They contain 40 times more vitamin C than citrus fruits! In addition, they also contain a lot of iron (easily digestible due to the presence of vitamin C).
They are a valuable source of carotenoids, flavonoids, organic acids, tannins and pectins .
Orange peel
The essential oils contained in orange peel have a slimming effect, strengthen immunity, delay the aging process, lower blood glucose and cholesterol levels , and improve mood.
Apple
It is a source of vitamins B, C, E, biotin, antioxidants, magnesium and potassium .
An infusion with apple supports digestion, protects against intestinal diseases, reduces the absorption of cholesterol, improves the condition of the heart and blood vessels, and also helps with swelling.
Stevia leaves
They are a great alternative to sugar - thanks to stevia glycosides , they are several hundred times sweeter than sugar and at the same time contain a minimum amount of calories.
They have strong antioxidant properties, lower blood pressure and have a hypoglycemic effect .
Raisins
Raisins, or dried grapes, are rich in iodine and boron , and also contain antioxidants and vitamin C.
Basilur fruit tea suggestions
Mix Fruit Lemonade from the Fruit Infusions collection
The tea recipe was inspired by fruit and citrus lemonade!
Mix Fruit Lemonade is a mixture that consists of rose, hibiscus, orange, apple, lime, stevia and natural tropical fruit and citrus aromas.
This combination produces an infusion with a vivid red shade , juicy fruit flavor and a refreshing scent.
Caribbean Cocktail from the Fruit Infusions collection
The Caribbean Cocktail stands out for its wonderfully exotic character!
The combination of raisins, papaya, apple, cherry, hibiscus, orange peel, cornflower and pineapple and coconut aromas creates an extremely aromatic mixture .
The taste of Caribbean Cocktail refers to the sweet Caribbean cocktail Piña colada. For this reason, tea will be a perfect base for this tropical drink - both with and without alcohol.
Indian Summer from the Fruit Infusions collection
It's a real bomb of sweet, spicy and tart flavors!
A mixture of wild rose, hibiscus, apple, raisins, orange peel, barberry, cinnamon, rose petals, marigold and the aroma of aloe, Christmas spice, orange and cream gives an infusion that exquisitely combines floral notes with a spicy aftertaste and an invigorating accent citrus fruits.
Indian Summer is a tea perfect for long summer afternoons.
Blood Orange from the Fruit Infusions collection
The composition surprises with its intense flavor, with tart, sour notes!
The combination of apple, hibiscus flowers, wild rose petals, orange peel, marigold, orange flowers and the aroma of orange and cream results in an infusion with a ruby color and an interesting bouquet.
The sourness of hibiscus and orange wonderfully intertwines with the creamy, almost velvety character of the cream.
Forest Fruits from the Fruit Infusions collection
The Forest Fruits scent will take you to a green garden full of juicy fruit aromas!
The tea consists of hibiscus, orange peel, apple, stevia leaves and natural flavors of strawberries, raspberries and lemons.
The sweetness of the infusion is broken by tart notes of forest fruits, and the presence of hibiscus flower gives the drink a deep, red color that attracts the eye.
Wild Rose from the Fruit Infusions collection
This fully natural composition will delight you with its subtle, floral character!
The infusion contains hibiscus, wild rose, orange peel, apple, stevia leaves and apple, rose and lemon aromas.
The tea perfectly combines sweet and sour flavors with a distinctive rose scent, which gives the whole thing an aura of romance and ephemerality.
Cherry Lime from the Cold Brew collection
Cherry Lime will not only refresh you, but will also effectively quench your thirst!
Careful selection of ingredients - rosehips, hibiscus, orange fruit and leaves, stevia and natural cherry, lime and citrus aromas - creates a wonderfully fragrant infusion with an intense red color.
This fruit tea delights with its sweet , cherry flavor , enriched with tart notes of lime.
Perfect as a base for chilled cocktails.
