Fruit Teas – Cranberry, Forest Fruits, Apple and Cinnamon
Fruit teas are blends of dried fruit, hibiscus, rosehip and spices in tea bags – Fructus, Extravaganza and Adonis. Flavours include cranberry, blueberry, forest fruits, wild cherry and cinnamon, apple and cinnamon, strawberry and vanilla, mango and pineapple, orange and rum, and a multivitamin tea with cranberry. It is part of the Teas category.
What fruit tea contains
Most fruit teas are based on hibiscus and rosehip, which give the red colour and a slightly sour taste, while fruit and flavourings define the taste. Check the fruit percentage on the pack – e.g. Fructus cranberry contains 51% cranberry.
| Type | Taste | Caffeine |
|---|---|---|
| Berries (cranberry, blueberry, forest fruits) | tart, refreshing | no |
| Apple, cherry, orange with cinnamon | warm, spicy – for winter | no |
| Exotic fruit (mango, pineapple, citrus) | sweet, aromatic | no |
| White tea with fruit (melon, grapefruit) | mild, fruity | yes, a small amount |
How to prepare
- Pour 200–250 ml of boiling water over a tea bag and steep for 5–8 minutes
- For iced tea brew a stronger tea (2 bags), cool it and add ice and lemon
- Fruit tea can be sweetened with honey once it has cooled slightly
Pharmacist's adviceCaffeine-free fruit teas are a good alternative to sweetened drinks and suit the evening; children can have them diluted and unsweetened. Cranberry tea is a pleasant drink, but it does not contain the same amount of active substances as cranberry capsules. If you have a burning sensation when urinating, see a doctor. |
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Frequently asked questions
What is cranberry tea good for?
Cranberry tea is a refreshing, caffeine-free drink with a pleasantly tart taste. Standardised cranberry products, not tea, are used to support the urinary tract.
Does fruit tea contain caffeine?
Pure fruit teas are caffeine-free. Blends with white or green tea contain a small amount of caffeine.
Can children drink fruit tea?
Yes, caffeine-free fruit tea, diluted and without added sugar, is suitable for children.