African Hibiscus Tea – 20 Tea Bags (Bissap, Sobolo, Zobo)

Short description

African hibiscus tea made from dried red hibiscus flowers (Hibiscus sabdariffa), the same flower used for bissap in Senegal, sobolo in Ghana and zobo in Nigeria. 20 tea bags from Niger that brew a deep ruby-red, tart cup, hot or iced.

Key features at a glance

• 20 hibiscus tea bags
• Made in Niger
• Naturally caffeine-free
• Tart, fruity, cranberry-like taste
• Great hot or as iced tea

How to brew hibiscus tea

• Hot: pour 1 cup (8 oz) of just-boiled water over 1 tea bag. Steep 5 to 7 minutes. Sweeten with honey or sugar if you like.
• Iced: steep 4 bags in 2 cups of boiling water for 10 minutes. Remove the bags, sweeten, add 2 cups of cold water and pour over ice.
• Bissap-style: add a slice of fresh ginger, a cinnamon stick or a few mint leaves while it steeps, then chill.

Product details

Hibiscus is one of the best-loved drinks in West Africa and the Caribbean. This tea-bag version is the quick way to enjoy it: no straining, no big pot. Want a big batch for a party? Use loose dried hibiscus flowers (zobo leaves) or Angel Brand dried Jamaican sorrel and follow our sorrel, zobo, sobolo and bissap drink recipe. More teas are in our tea collection.

• Ingredient: dried hibiscus flowers
• Allergy note: may contain peanut shell fragments

Benefits you'll love

• Bright, tart flavor with a beautiful red color
• No caffeine, so you can drink it any time
• Quick bissap taste without straining
• Easy to sweeten or spice your way

Pick up in Chicago or ship anywhere in the U.S.

Pick it up at Yado African & Caribbean Market, 1651 E 87th St, Chicago, or order online for fast U.S. shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Is hibiscus tea the same as bissap, sobolo or zobo?

It is the same flower. Bissap, sobolo, zobo and Jamaican sorrel are drinks made from dried hibiscus, usually brewed strong with ginger or spices and served cold. This is the quick tea-bag version.

Does hibiscus tea have caffeine?

No. Hibiscus is naturally caffeine-free.

What does hibiscus tea taste like?

Tart and fruity, a bit like cranberry. Many people add honey, sugar, ginger or mint.

Can I drink hibiscus tea cold?

Yes. Brew it strong, sweeten it while hot, then chill and serve over ice.

Does it contain peanuts?

The package says it may contain peanut shell fragments. If you have a peanut allergy, choose another tea.