How to Make Rosehip Tea (Recipe and Guide)

Learn how to make rosehip tea with dried wild rosehips. You will be in love with the sweet and natural floral flavors of this delightful herbal tea. Wild rosehip tea contains a host of health benefits. See how easy it is to make your cup with this easy rose hip tea recipe.

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Dried Rose Hip Tea

I love a cup of this tea in the evening, especially during the winter. It is a beautiful deep pink-orange color and tastes floral and fruity. Beyond a wonderful flavor, it is also full of health benefits!

What is Rosehip tea?

Rose Hip Tea is made from wild rose hips which are considered the fruit or seed pod of the rose plant. They can range in color from orange, red, purple, or black. When the rose’s hips are dried their color deepens even more. They are considered ready for harvest at the end of the season, around late summer or early fall. Rose hips are hearty fruit and will linger on the plant until pruned or harvested. All rose hips are edible but the rugosa roses are known best for their delightful taste. Rosehip tea is made from dried and properly prepared rosehips. They are also often used to make syrups, jams, and jellies.

Ingredients for Rosehip Tea

• Rose Hips – Many people enjoy foraging their own rose hips, but I chose to purchase organic dried wild rose hips.
• Water – Any water will work for brewing a cup, but filtered water for the best and purest taste.
• Honey – this is optional, but I enjoy a teaspoon of raw honey stirred into my tea. It complements the natural fruitiness of the wild rose. It can also taste a bit tart to some and honey helps to complement that. Or try this rosehip syrup recipe!

How to Make Rosehip Tea – Guide

Helpful Kitchen Tools

• Teapot
• Strainer

Rosehip Tea Recipe

Boil Water  Bring water just to a boil on the stovetop. (Or use an electric kettle)

Warm Teapot Whether you are preparing your tea in a teapot or in an infuser mug, add a bit of warm water and swirl it around to warm up your pot or cup. Discard the water. 

 Add Tea Measure your dried tea into your teapot. Pour over the correct amount of water and put on the lid.

Steep Steep tea for 5 – 10 minutes. 

Strain Strain out tea or if you have used an infuser, simply remove the infuser.

Serve Pour the tea into your serving cup. Add a bit of honey or your favorite sweetener if desired. 

Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Forage your own rose hips.
• Use a bit of raw honey to taste.
• Add a lemon slice.
• Make rosehip milk tea by adding coconut milk. 
• Use other ingredients to complement and enhance your tea, like hibiscus, lemon, or ginger!

Rosehip Iced Tea

This tea also tastes wonderfully iced. After preparing the tea, transfer it to a pitcher and refrigerate.  Serve over ice. Add a wedge of lemon or lime for extra flavor!

Enjoy your delicious and healthy rosehip tea!

Cold Brew Rosehip Tea

Make a cold brew by adding dried rosehips to a refrigerator-safe container with a lid. Top with water and refrigerate for 8-12 hours. Strain out tea and enjoy! 

Why you will LOVE this Herbal Tea!

I love a cup of this tea in the afternoon or evening. It is beautiful deep pink-orange color and the floral flavor is not only delightful to look at but also tastes wonderful. Beyond a wonderful flavor, it is also full of health benefits.

• Beautiful color – It can range from a pinkish-orange color to a definite red. 
• Sweet flavor – A floral and fruity blend!
• Amazing health benefits – Full of vitamin C to boost your immune system.
• Easy to make – A simple recipe can include just Rosehips and water, or you can customize your flavor by adding a bit of honey and even a slice of lemon.

Rosehip Tea Benefits and Risks

Always consult your doctor if you have any health concerns! Rosehip tea is generally considered safe for most.

Benefits

Besides being a wonderful-tasting tea, rosehip tea is chock full of health benefits!

• High vitamin C content makes it great for immune support and heart health.
• It may aid in weight loss.
• May reduce inflammation and pain.
• Is full of antioxidants.
• May promote collagen production and fight aging.

Risks

While generally considered safe for most people, those with an allergy to rosehips should avoid the consumption of rosehip tea. As always, check with your trusted medical professional before making any changes to your health or wellness routines.

Does Rosehip Tea have Caffeine?

This tea is considered an herbal tea and does not contain caffeine on it’s own.

What are Rosehips?

Rose hips, also known as rose haws, are the oval-shaped fruit of the rose plant. They range in color from red to orange and sometimes even black, depending on the species. Rose hips contain several beneficial compounds, including vitamin C and antioxidants. They are highly nutritious and have been used for centuries for their medicinal properties.

Sourcing Wild Rosehips

Rose hips are highly sought after for their medicinal properties and use in herbal teas. This is because rose hips contain an especially high concentration of vitamin C, making it a nutrient-dense fruit available. The rose hips are often dried and used to make tea although some people use fresh hips.

Where to find Rosehips?

Wild rosehips can be found growing in many parts of the world, including North America, Europe, and Asia. In North America, they grow naturally in meadows and along roadsides, as well as in abandoned fields or gardens.

How to Forage Rosehips?

• Foraging for your own rosehips can be a fun experience that many people enjoy.
• Use a field guide or consult your local naturalist to be sure you are correctly identifying the plant. There are many look-alikes in nature and some might be poisons to humans.
• Be sure to harvest from a plant that has not been sprayed with chemicals.
• Bring a basket to carry your harvested rose hips.
• You will need a lot of rose hips to make tea!

When to harvest Rosehips?

Rosehips are the fruit or seedpod of roses. Depending upon your zone, they can be harvested in late summer, early autumn, and possibly into the winter. The fruit should be picked when the petals have naturally often and when the fruits are ripe.

The rose haws may be slightly wrinkled on the exterior, but still juicy and plump inside. 

FAQs

• Rosehip Tea vs. Rose Tea

Rose Tea is made from rose petals whereas rose hips are below the petals and is said to be the fruit of the flower. Rose hips contain rose seeds.

• What does Rosehip taste like?

Rosehip tea has a sweet, tart flavor that can vary depending on how ripe the rosehips were when harvested. The flavor is comparable to a combination of berries and citrus fruits. This unique taste is due to the high concentration of Vitamin C found in rosehips and other vitamins.

• Who should drink Rosehip tea?

Check with your trusted medical professional before making changes, but in general, rosehip tea is a great option for those looking to improve their overall health by incorporating more antioxidants and vitamins into their diet. It can be enjoyed hot or cold, making it an ideal beverage year-round!

• Can you drink Rosehip tea every day?

Rosehip tea is a delicious and nutritious beverage that can be enjoyed daily. Many people enjoy the tart, sweet taste of rosehip tea, as well as its nutritional benefits. When consumed in moderation, there are many potential health benefits from drinking rosehip tea regularly. Be sure to consult with your trusted healthcare professional before making any changes to your diet and health plan.

• ROSEHIP TEA VS ROSE TEA

Rose Tea is made from rose petals whereas rose hips are below the petals and is said to be the fruit of the flower. Rose hips contain rose seeds. 

• DOES ROSEHIP TEA HAVE CAFFEINE?

This tea is considered an herbal tea and does not contain caffeine. 

ICED ROSEHIP TEA

This tea also tastes wonderfully iced. After preparing the tea, transfer it to a pitcher and refrigerate. 

More Tea Recipes you are sure to love!

• English Breakfast Tea
• Ginger Chai
• Lady Grey Tea
• Vanilla Chai Tea
• Cold Brew Green Tea
• Brown Sugar Milk Tea
• Butterfly Pea Flower Tea
• Bay Leaf Tea

I hope you enjoy this tea recipe. Leave a comment below and let’s connect!