Guayusa from Ecuador
Green Guayusa Tea
Guayusa DARK (oxidized/fermented guayusa) is air-dried for a few days after harvest. Similar to green tea being processed into black tea, the taste is not bitter, but rather slightly caramelized and berry-like.
Guayusa PURE, on the other hand, is dried immediately after harvest.
Health properties
Effect of Guayusa
Guayusa has an awakening, energizing effect and increases performance, endurance and focus.
Unlike other caffeinated drinks, Guayusa does not make you jittery or nervous, nor does it cause heart palpitations or stomach problems.
Recipes and ideas
preparation
Pour 1-2 teaspoons of Guayusa leaves into 350 ml of boiling water. Let it steep for 5-10 minutes, depending on the desired intensity.
Also ideal in combination with orange tea , ginger , lemongrass , ishpingo and hibiscus tea .