Known as Hippophaes in Greece (pronounced "e-pof-i-es"), it means “bright horse”. This amazing native herb, a virtual superfood, earned its moniker in the days of Alexander the Great (circa 350 BC), from the reviving effects it had when he and his men would feed it to horses that were wounded in battle.
Origin: Evros, Thrace, Greece
Species: Hippophae rhamnoides
Sourcing: Hand grown in the Evros delta
Amount: 40g (1.4oz)
Servings: Approximately 25 ($0.44 per serving)
Organic: EU certified - DIO
ORAC 5.0 antioxidant value: 6,800 per 10oz serving
Polyphenols: 127mg per 10oz serving
Nutrients/phyto-nutrients: Omega 3,6,7 and 9, Ellagic acid, Pantothenic acid, Folic acid, Quercetin, Riboflavin, Pyrdoxamine and Cyanocobalamin
Bioanalytical testing performed by Brunswick Labs
Naturally caffeine free
Tasting notes: Brews to a beautiful amber tone, with anearthy/savory flavor, perhaps a bit like a cross between traditional black tea and rooibos
Brewing:
Bring 10 oz of water to a boil, add about 1 tablespoon of leaves, let them swirl a bit, remove from heat, and allow to steep for 5-7 minutes. Strain into a cup and enjoy!
You can also use a tea ball or an infuser pot and steep a little longer.
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United StatesNice Tea.
I just tried the tea and am drinking it for the heath benefits. It has a nice, mild grassy flavor. I would recommend it.
United StatesLoving sea buckthorn-- a very unique tea
Just visited Greece and found sea buckthorn while we were there and came home and absolutely loved it. I like this tea a lot, but I am hoping you can distribute this tea from Zagoriou. It has a few of the dried flowers or fruit ... not sure which but it gives a little fruity taste too. Hippophaes Zagoriou.
United States United StatesHopeful!
I was so happy to finally purchase, as it sells out so quickly. Hopeful, because I am able to drink a “superfood” as a tea. I am a tea-oholic!
United StatesA great black tea replacement.
I have always loved the taste of black tea but can’t tolerate the jitters. The Sea Buckthorn tea is as close to the taste of black tea that I have found in an herbal beverage. And I have been surprised at being able to steep the leaves several times before tossing them. I recommend this product!