This red hibiscus is grown by smallholder farmers around Satemwa Farm in Malawi and harvested between June and September. The small holders carefully remove the bright red calyx of the Hibiscus flower by hand. Afterwards the flowers are sun dried. The infusion has a deep ruby-red infusion with a fresh sour and sweet taste, that is very refreshing. Rich in vitamin C, red hibiscus is ascribed with a long list of beneficial health properties if consumed regularly. Character: Vibrant, Powerful, Refreshing Ingredients: Red Hibiscus Flowers lose or in compostable pyramid tea bags Cultivation and Certification: Conventional (pesticide-free, with herbicide use) Fair Trade, UTZ+ and Rain Forest Alliance Certified Brewing instructions: Brew one heaping spoonful at 95 C°/203° F for 5 minutes.