Tart, bright, and berry-sweet, our caffeine-free elderberry rosehip tea is made for fruit-tea lovers. Organic elderberries, rosehips, and hibiscus flowers, softened with chamomile, brew a deep wine-red cup that is just as good iced as hot.
Why We Blend Elderberries with Rosehips and Hibiscus
Elderberries have a history in Europe that goes back thousands of years. And when our founder set out to build a tea around elderberry, the question was never if — it was who to pair it with.
The answer turned out to be rosehip and hibiscus. Rosehip, the fruit of the rose plant, tempers the tartness of the hibiscus. Hibiscus brings a tangy brightness and that unmistakable deep ruby color that makes every cup feel special before you even take the first sip. Then chamomile flowers soften the whole blend into something mellow and inviting.
People reach for this tea because it is genuinely refreshing. It is fruity without being sugary. It is tart without being sharp. It is beautiful in the cup. And it is more versatile than most teas — hot on a winter evening, iced on a summer afternoon, or mixed with lemonade at a backyard gathering.
This is the most fun tea we make. And it sells itself on flavor alone.
What Elderberry Rosehip Tea Tastes Like
🫐 First sip: Bright, berry-forward sweetness from elderberry — fruity and full, not candy-like but genuinely reminiscent of fresh dark berries 🌺 Mid-palate: Hibiscus tanginess lifts the cup with a tart, cranberry-like brightness while rosehip adds a smooth, rounded fruitiness — the two together create a sweet-tart balance that is incredibly refreshing 🌼 Finish: Soft chamomile florals smooth the landing, followed by a clean, gentle sweetness — no aftertaste, just a lingering berry warmth
Tasting notes: dark berry sweetness · tart hibiscus brightness · smooth rosehip fruitiness · soft chamomile · clean natural sweetness · ruby-red color
Favorite add-ins:
- Nothing at all — it is naturally sweet enough that many people skip the sugar
- Mixed with lemonade and fresh berries — a fruity summer refresher that looks as good as it tastes
- A drizzle of honey — deepens the berry sweetness into something almost jam-like
- A squeeze of lemon — lifts the tartness and makes the iced version even more refreshing
- Over ice with sparkling water — a caffeine-free, naturally sweet tea spritzer
How to Brew Elderberry Hibiscus Tea, Hot or Iced
Standard cup: Pour freshly boiled water (200-212°F) over one tea bag. Steep 5-7 minutes. The elderberry and hibiscus come forward first with gorgeous ruby color flooding the cup. The chamomile softness deepens as the steep continues.
Stronger brew: Use two bags or steep 10+ minutes. Gently press the tea bag with a spoon before removing to release every last drop. A longer steep gives deeper berry flavor and a more intense ruby hue.
Iced elderberry: Brew two bags in 8 oz of hot water for 10 minutes. Let cool, pour over a full glass of ice. The color is stunning — deep ruby red — and the fruity tartness becomes incredibly refreshing cold. Add a squeeze of lemon or a sprig of fresh mint if you want to dress it up.
Big-batch iced tea: Steep 3-4 bags in 32 oz of freshly boiled water for 10 minutes. Let it cool, then refrigerate. Pour over ice.
Berry lemonade tea: Brew two bags strong (10 minutes in 8 oz of hot water). Let cool. Mix with equal parts lemonade. Add fresh berries — strawberries, blueberries, raspberries. Pour over ice.
Our founder's cup: Steep one bag in boiling water for a full 7-10 minutes. Squeeze the bag gently. Drink it hot. No sweetener needed — it is already a naturally sweet, full-bodied cup. Simple and perfect.
What Makes This Tea Different
| Herbal Cup Elderberries Rosehips Hibiscus | |
|---|---|
| Berry source | Real organic elderberry fruit, not extract or flavoring |
| Rosehip | Organic rosehip fruit — balances the hibiscus tartness |
| Hibiscus | Generous organic hibiscus flowers — real tartness and ruby color |
| Chamomile | Adds a soft, mellow floral finish that smooths the blend |
| Hot & iced | Designed to be just as good iced as hot |
| Tea bags | Compostable Abaca hemp |
| Certification | USDA Organic + CCOF |
| Staples | None — fully compostable |
| Caffeine | Naturally caffeine-free |
Details
- Type: Herbal tea (naturally caffeine-free)
- Tea bags: 16 per box
- Ingredients: Organic Elderberries Fruit, Organic Rosehips Fruit, Organic Hibiscus Flowers, Organic Chamomile Flowers, Organic Stevia Leaves
- Certifications: USDA Organic, CCOF Certified
- Facility: FDA-registered
- Tea bag material: Compostable Abaca hemp, no metal staples
- Blended in: California, USA
- Key botanicals: Organic elderberries for dark berry sweetness; organic rosehip fruit for a smooth mid-palate; organic hibiscus flowers for tangy brightness and ruby-red color
Caution: Consult a health care provider prior to use. Do not use if pregnant or nursing, when you have a medical condition, or if you are using prescription drugs. This tea contains chamomile and stevia leaf, plants in the daisy (Asteraceae) family. If you are allergic to ragweed, daisies, marigolds or chrysanthemums, check with your health care provider before drinking it.
Customer Reviews
"This is the best tasting tea I’ve ever had! It has a light flower taste with a hint of natural sweetness, and has a nice red color. Drinks great hot or chilled." — Brian P., verified Amazon purchase ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Love to have a cup of this tea on a chilly day. Great flavor! Doesn't need any additional sweetener." — Donna W., verified Amazon purchase ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"I tried many kinds of elderberry teas and this is my favorite. It has the right taste to me." — Jennifer S., verified Amazon purchase ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"This tea is just perfect! There is no bitterness and it is naturally caffeine free!" — Steve P., verified Amazon purchase ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Individual results may vary.
Elderberry Rosehip Hibiscus Tea — FAQ
What does Elderberries Tea Organic Rosehips Hibiscus taste like? Fruity, naturally sweet, and refreshing with a beautiful sweet-tart balance. Elderberry leads with a rich, dark berry sweetness — not candy-like but genuinely fruity. Hibiscus lifts the cup with a bright, tangy tartness and gives it that stunning ruby-red color. Rosehip adds a smooth, rounded fruitiness, and chamomile softens the finish with gentle florals. Many customers tell us they do not need to add any sugar at all.
Does this elderberry tea have caffeine? No. This is a 100% herbal blend — naturally caffeine-free, with no green tea, black tea, or any caffeinated ingredients. Drink it morning, afternoon, or evening, hot or iced.
Can I make this tea iced? Absolutely. Brew two bags strong in hot water, let cool, and pour over ice. The ruby-red color is stunning in a glass, and the fruity tartness becomes incredibly refreshing cold. For a big batch, steep 3-4 bags in 32 oz of freshly boiled water for 10 minutes, let it cool, then refrigerate.
What do rosehips add to the blend? Rosehips are the fruit of the rose plant. In this blend, rosehip contributes a smooth, rounded fruitiness that balances the tartness of the hibiscus.
Is this a rosehip hibiscus tea or an elderberry tea? Both. Elderberries lead with a dark berry sweetness, hibiscus brings the tart, ruby-red side of the cup, and rosehips and chamomile round it out. If you like rosehip and hibiscus tea but want a deeper berry note, this is the one to try.
Why elderberries? What makes them special? Elderberries have thousands of years of history in Europe. In this tea, elderberry brings a rich, dark berry sweetness that forms the fruity backbone of the blend. Combined with rosehip and hibiscus, it creates a fruity, sweet-tart cup that is just as good hot as iced.
What's in it? Five organic ingredients: elderberries, rosehips, hibiscus flowers, chamomile flowers, and stevia leaves. No artificial sweeteners and no artificial flavoring.
Can I mix this tea with other drinks? Yes. Try the iced version mixed with lemonade and fresh berries for a fruity summer refresher. It also pairs well with sparkling water for a caffeine-free tea spritzer. The natural sweetness and ruby color make it a versatile base for creative drinks.
Founder's Note
"Elderberries have been used in Europe over thousands of years — this is not something new. I have combined elderberry, rosehip, and hibiscus, and together they create something really special. And the hibiscus gives it that beautiful ruby-red color and a tartness that balances everything. Then the chamomile smooths it all out. This tea is refreshing — really, genuinely refreshing. People drink it hot, they drink it iced. It is the kind of tea that sells itself. Once you taste it, you understand." — Founder of Herbal Cup Tea
More Fruity Herbal Teas
Love fruity, refreshing flavor? Try these:
- Apple Cinnamon — real Balkans apples and warm cinnamon bark — another fruit-forward, naturally sweet cup
- Chamomile Ayurveda — organic chamomile from the Balkans, soft and naturally sweet
- Ginger Lemon Hibiscus — if you love the hibiscus brightness, this one adds a ginger kick
Looking for something different?
- Anti-Stress Ashwagandha — one of our best sellers, 12 herbs for an all-day Ayurvedic blend
- Turmeric Ginger & Black Pepper — bold, earthy, golden — the other end of the flavor spectrum
Important Information
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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