How to Make Rosehip Tea (Fresh, Dried or Frozen Rosehips)
Rosehip tea is a delicious, refreshing, fruity herbal tea that is super easy to make. Whether you've foraged rosehips from the hedgerows or bought them dried, this simple infusion is packed with flavour and high in vitamin C.
Equipment
- Teapot or heatproof jug or bowl
- Fine strainer
Ingredients
- 8-10 rosehips washed
- 400 ml boiling water
Instructions
- Add fresh, dried or frozen rosehips to a teapot. Cover with 400 ml of boiling water.8-10 rosehips, 400 ml boiling water
- Steep for 10 minutes.
- Squeeze the rosehips against the side of the teapot with a fork to extract more of the flavour.
- Strain with a fine strainer before drinking. This is vital as the seeds are surrounding by fine hairs which can irritate the throat and digestive system.
Notes
If you want to sweeten the tea, add a teaspoon of honey.
Rosehip tea can be enjoyed hot or cold. For iced rosehip tea, you might want to add a few more rosehips as the flavour will be less strong when it's iced.
Nutrition
Calories: 2kcal
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