What is it?
Ashitaba teabags 🍵 are herbal tea bags made from dried Ashitaba (Angelica keiskei) leaves and sometimes stems. Ashitaba is a leafy plant native to Japan and has traditionally been consumed as both a vegetable and herbal tea.
The name “Ashitaba” (明日葉) is often translated as “tomorrow’s leaf,” referring to the plant's reputation for producing new growth quickly after its leaves are harvested.
What is Ashitaba tea like?
- 🌿 Herbal and earthy flavor — usually mild, vegetal, and slightly bitter.
- ☕ Naturally caffeine-free — pure Ashitaba herbal tea does not naturally contain caffeine.
- 🌱 Plant-based — made from dried parts of the Ashitaba plant.
- 🛡️ Contains plant compounds — Ashitaba contains naturally occurring polyphenols and distinctive compounds called chalcones.
- 🍵 Convenient teabag format — simply steep the bag in hot water, similar to other herbal teas.
Product Benefits
- Contains antioxidants - Ashitaba contains polyphenols and distinctive plant compounds called chalcones, which have antioxidant activity.
- May support cardiovascular health - early research suggests some Ashitaba compounds may influence cardiovascular and metabolic markers, but stronger human evidence is needed.
- Provides beneficial plant compounds - brewing Ashitaba leaves provides various naturally occurring phytochemicals.
- Supports hydration - unsweetened Ashitaba tea contributes to daily fluid intake.
- Naturally caffeine-free - pure Ashitaba tea can be useful for people who want an herbal alternative to caffeinated tea or coffee.
- Suitable for evening drinking - because pure Ashitaba doesn't contain caffeine, it can generally be enjoyed later in the day without caffeine-related stimulation.
- Low-calorie when unsweetened - plain Ashitaba tea contains very few calories, making it an alternative to sugary beverages.
Ways to consume
- Hot tea: Place one teabag in a cup, add hot water, and steep for about 3–5 minutes or according to the package instructions.
- Iced Ashitaba tea: Brew the tea, allow it to cool, then serve over ice.
- With lemon: Add a slice or squeeze of lemon for a refreshing citrus flavor.
- With honey: Add a small amount of honey to balance Ashitaba's naturally earthy or slightly bitter taste.
- Herbal tea latte: Brew the tea more strongly and add warm milk or plant-based milk.
- Blend with other herbs: Pair it with ginger, lemongrass, mint, or other caffeine-free herbal teas.
- Cold-brewed tea: If the product instructions allow cold brewing, steep the teabag in cold water in the refrigerator for several hours.
Suitable for?
- ☕ People looking for a caffeine-free drink — pure Ashitaba tea is naturally caffeine-free.
- 🌙 People who prefer an evening herbal tea — it can be enjoyed later in the day without caffeine stimulation.
- 🌿 Herbal tea lovers — suitable for those who enjoy earthy, vegetal, slightly bitter flavors.
- 🛡️ People interested in plant-based antioxidants — Ashitaba contains naturally occurring polyphenols and chalcones.
- 💧 People looking for alternatives to sugary drinks — plain, unsweetened Ashitaba tea is very low in calories.
- 🌱 Vegetarians and vegans — pure Ashitaba tea is plant-based.