{"id":9174,"date":"2023-11-30T19:13:10","date_gmt":"2023-11-30T12:13:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=9174"},"modified":"2023-11-30T19:13:10","modified_gmt":"2023-11-30T12:13:10","slug":"how-to-make-coffee-flower-tea-and-its-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=9174","title":{"rendered":"How To Make Coffee Flower Tea and Its Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p> <span class=\"drop-cap__first text-dropcap \">I<\/span>ronically, feeling torn between the two most magical morning beverages\u2014coffee and tea\u2014is exhausting. Instead of letting the pain of indecision (ahem) steep, brew yourself the best of both worlds: coffee flower tea.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re trying to cut back on caffeine intake or you simply want something more subdued in flavor, coffee flower tea may just become your new drink of choice.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>What is coffee flower tea?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jordanmichelman.com\/about\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" rel=\"sponsored\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.jordanmichelman.com\/about\">Jordan Michelman<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/authors\/2160143\/zachary-carlsen\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.penguinrandomhouse.com\/authors\/2160143\/zachary-carlsen\/\">Zachary Carlsen<\/a>\u2019s new book, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/But-First-Coffee-Brewing-Kitchen\/dp\/1454947691\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/But-First-Coffee-Brewing-Kitchen\/dp\/1454947691\"><em>But First, Coffee<\/em><\/a>, turning coffee flowers\u2014which are \u201caromatic and distinct, with notes of jasmine and honeysuckle\u201d and grow on coffee trees\u2014into tea is one of the smartest ways to reduce your coffee consumption-related waste.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cLike cascara [a beverage made from coffee cherry husks], coffee flower water uses a commonly discarded part of the coffee plant,\u201d Michelman and Carlsen say. \u201cA kind of herbal tisane made using hot water and coffee flowers has been known for centuries in coffee-growing communities.\u201d In order to prepare the tea, coffee flowers are first sun-dried on raised beds. Then, you can steep them as you would a good tea or herbal tisane.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The health benefits of drinking coffee flower tea are bountiful, BTW\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutritionnowcounseling.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.nutritionnowcounseling.com\/\">Lauren Manaker<\/a>, MS, RDN, LD, CLEC, CPT, a registered dietitian based in Charleston, drinking coffee flower tea has some benefits. \u201cIt\u2019s rich in antioxidants such as flavonoids, it helps combat oxidative stress, and reduces inflammation in the body,\u201d Manaker says. \u201cThe tea also can provide a calming effect, reducing anxiety and promoting relaxation. Furthermore, its antibacterial properties can aid in oral health.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Despite these potential benefits, Manaker says it\u2019s always advisable to consume it in moderation and consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice on how to introduce it to your diet.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201c[Coffee flower tea] is rich in antioxidants such as flavonoids, which helps combat oxidative stress and reduce inflammation in the body. The tea also can provide a calming effect, reducing anxiety and promoting relaxation.\u201d \u2014Lauren Manaker, MS, RD<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2><strong>Coffee flower tea vs. regular ol\u2019 coffee<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Although they may sound like closely-related siblings, they\u2019re more akin to close cousins. \u201cWhile coffee flower tea and traditional coffee come from the same plant, they differ significantly in terms of caffeine content, flavor, and health benefits,\u201d Manaker says. For starters, herbal drink won\u2019t trigger caffeine-induced jitters. \u201cUnlike <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/benefits-of-coffee\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/benefits-of-coffee\/\">regular coffee<\/a>, which is high in caffeine, the tea contains little to no caffeine, making it an excellent option for those looking to reduce their caffeine intake,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cUnlike regular coffee, which is high in caffeine, the tea contains little to no caffeine, making it an excellent option for those looking to reduce their caffeine intake.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Then, in terms of flavor, the tea is much more subdued than, say, a double shot of dark roast brew. \u201cThe flavor profile of the two also varies. Coffee flower tea is noted for its light, floral taste, in contrast to the robust, full-bodied flavor of coffee,\u201d Manaker says.<\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content \" style=\"\" data-module-init=\"related-content\" data-module-immediate=\"\" v-cloak=\"\">\n<div class=\"related-content__wrapper \" v-cloak=\"\" :class=\"{'is-loaded':isLoaded}\">\n<p> <span class=\"inline pr-6 text-seafoam-dark\">Related Stories<\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <related-content class=\"related-content__links\" parent-article-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/coffee-flower-tea-recipe\/\" current-title=\"Coffee Flower Tea Is a Super Source of Anti-Inflammatory Flavonoids (and It\u2019s Completely Jitter-Free)\" current-image=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/coffee-flower-tea-benefits_418x278_true_70.webp\" v-on:parsely-posts-loaded=\"onPostsLoaded\" start-date=\"2023-05-30\" tag=\"div\" inline-template=\"\" url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/coffee-flower-tea-recipe\/\" secret=\"w5ztterVB03LGZJLfXS0hf3EvQBuFFIWew9hmVQxthU\" apikey=\"wellandgood.com\" limit=\"3\"> <\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"related-content__card mb-[10px] sm:mb-[20px]\" :class=\"{'related-content__card--full':posts.length === 1}\" v-for=\"(post, key) in posts\"> <a v-on:click.prevent=\"trackLinkGA($event, key)\" :href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/coffee-flower-tea-recipe\/post.url\" data-url-source=\"related-content\" class=\"related-content__link\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content__card--image bg-tan\" :style=\"{ backgroundImage: 'url(' + post.image_url + ')' }\"> <img decoding=\"async\" :src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/coffee-flower-tea-recipe\/post.image_url\" :alt=\"post.title\" class=\" js-inline-lazy-load\" src=\"\"\/> <\/div>\n<p> <\/a>  <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <\/related-content> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Finally, the health benefits are different between the two, and the tea may even possess a few more enticing qualities than its counterpart. \u201cIn terms of health benefits, both beverages are rich in antioxidants, but coffee flower tea is said to offer a broader range of benefits, such as improving blood sugar regulation and possessing antibacterial properties, but more data is needed to confirm this,\u201d Manaker says.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Who <\/strong><strong><em>shouldn\u2019t<\/em><\/strong><strong> drink coffee flower tea?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Before introducing this beverage into your morning ritual, it\u2019s important to note that it may not be suitable for everyone. \u201cPeople with an allergy to the coffee plant could potentially react to coffee flower tea. Plus, those with a sensitivity to plants in the Rubiaceae family should abstain due to the risk of cross-reactivity,\u201d Manaker says. She also cautions that pregnant and breastfeeding people should be cautious and consult with a healthcare professional before consuming the tea, as there\u2019s limited research on the tea&#8217;s effects in these instances. \u201cIndividuals with chronic health conditions or those currently taking any medication should seek medical advice before introducing coffee flower tea into their diet, as it could interact with certain drugs or exacerbate existing health issues.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1128135\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1128135\" style=\"width: 400px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-1128135 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"coffee flower tea\" width=\"400\" height=\"555\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/COFFEE-FLOWER-TEA_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1128135\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Zachary Carlsen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<h2><strong>How to make coffee flower tea recipe<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><em>Yields 1 medium pot of tea<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Ingredients<\/em><br \/>4 grams (1 teaspoon) <a href=\"https:\/\/marketlane.com.au\/products\/coffee-flower-tea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/marketlane.com.au\/products\/coffee-flower-tea\">dried coffee flowers<\/a><br \/>220 milliliters (not quite 1 cup) water heated to 176\u00b0F (80\u00b0C), which is just before boiling<\/p>\n<p>1. Start with your favorite teapot, glass server, or sizable brewing vessel. A small <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-affordable-coffee-maker\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-affordable-coffee-maker\/\">Chemex<\/a> works great here if that\u2019s your preference.<\/p>\n<p>2. Pour the hot water over the coffee flowers and start a timer set for two minutes. Allow the flowers to steep the full amount of time, then decant the brewed tea from your vessel\u2014don\u2019t over-steep the flowers.<\/p>\n<p>Excerpted with permission from <em>But First, Coffee<\/em> by Jordan Michelman and Zachary Carlsen \u00a9 2023. Published by Union Square &amp; Co. 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