Lauren Blackburn
How to Make Rhodiola Rosea Tea – A Stimulating Destress Tonic
You'd like to make a soothing Rhodiola rosea herbal tea for yourself to enjoy at home? Beautiful. Rhodiola rosea is an excellent choice for home steeps. While not as potent as a Rhodiola tincture, Rhodiola tea offers all the benefits of botanicals.
If you are interested in learning more about Rhodiola, including its many health benefits, dosing, and why it is and why it's quickly becoming one of the most popular herbs on the market today, head over to the Ultimate Guide to Rhodiola rosea.
It is important to note that while Rhodiola is caffeine-free, it is a powerful mental stimulant. This is your "pick-me-up-and-let's-rock-the-day" tea! For this reason, we suggest enjoying it in the morning. If taken late in the day or in the evening, you may experience difficulty falling asleep. If you're looking for an evening "cozy-up-by-the-fire" tea, a better choice would be Chamomile.
Rhodiola tea has a curious rosy flavour. Adding sweetener such as agave syrup or honey brings a flavourful, fragrant taste that is rich yet slightly tart. Rhodiola rosea dried roots are generally good for two steepings. The first steep; like any other tea, tends to be stronger. The second steeping will provide you with a softer tea. You may wish to prepare enough to last you a full week as Rhodiola can be prepared and kept up to one week in the fridge.
Want an alternative to coffee?
Consider making an adaptogenic Rhodiola Latte. Prepare as listed below but once steeped, add a frothed oat milk, sweetener and cinnamon to taste. Sooo good!
Prep Time: 1 minute
Active Time: 12-15 minutes
Total Time: 13-16 mins
What's Needed:
- A tea pot or teacup
- Dried Rhodiola rosea roots
- Optional additives like honey, maple syrup, agave nectar, and lemon
Instructions:
- Measure 1 tbsp for each desired cup of tea directly into a teacup or a tea pot if making more than one cup (i.e., 1 tbsp root for each 1 cup water).
- Pour boiling water over roots and let steep for 12-15 minutes depending on desired bitterness level (12 for less bitter, 15 for bitter – keeping in mind bitters are good for your gastrointestinal health).
- Once steeped and slightly cooled add honey, maple syrup or Agave nectar to sweeten or lemon to add citrus-tones. Drink 1-2 cups/day but avoid taking late in the day, as a stimulant, Rhodiola may interfere with sleep.
- If you prepared a large pot to last you the week, cover and store in fridge. Rhodiola tea can be enjoyed as a tonic warm or cold but do not reboil so as to not deteriorate medicinal compounds. Can be rewarmed on the stove or in the microwave.
- Enjoy!
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Do you know where your Rhodiola comes from?
We believe it's important to know where our Rhodiola roots are sourced. The largest wild populations of Rhodiola rosea are situated in the Altai region of Russia and China. Due to global demand, a lack of regulation, and intensive over-harvesting, Rhodiola rosea is now on the IUCN “Red List” of threatened species. This is why cultivation by trusted farmers is key to protecting the species. When buying herbs it’s always important to check the country of origin.
Please read our Medical Disclaimer before starting this recipe. This recipe is offered as an option for DIY, home-herbalists. This recipe is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Wilderland Botanicals assumes no liability for any personal interpretation of this recipe. Customers who fail to follow the exact protocol, and/or fail to consult their physicians prior to using their tincture, assume the risk of any adverse effects.
Yes, you can absolutely make rhodiola tea with powder. As with any tea, the amount can be adjusted to your personal taste, but we recommend starting with about 1 tablespoon per cup.
To keep the tea smooth and free from grit, we suggest using a steeping bag or fine mesh strainer. Simply add the powder to the bag, place it in boiling water, and let it steep for 10-15 minutes for a rich, flavorful brew.
Enjoy your tea time — let us know how it turns out! 😊
Can you make a tea with powder? How much should you use for a pot of three or four cups? Should it just be put into boiling water or steeped for a period of time?