Dried Stevia Leaves (Stevia rebaudiana) – Organically Grown Herb, Naturally Caffeine-Free, Ideal for Herbal Teas, Infusions & Tea Blends

A Gentle, Caffeine-Free Herb for Tea and Infusions

Some herbs shout, and some quietly round out everything around them. Dried stevia leaf is the second kind, a soft, green, gently flavored herb that brews into a mild, easygoing cup on its own and plays well with almost every other ingredient in a tea blend. Organically grown and naturally caffeine-free, it's a versatile base for hot teas, iced infusions, and custom herbal blends, for anyone who likes building their own cup from whole, simple ingredients.

Who Uses Dried Stevia Leaves?
The herbal tea drinker wanting a naturally caffeine-free option for any time of day.
The tea blender building custom herbal blends from whole dried ingredients.
The home herbalist stocking a pantry of single-ingredient dried herbs.
The iced tea and cold brew fan wanting a mild herb for infused drinks.

What These Dried Leaves Actually Are
Stevia rebaudiana is a leafy herb in the aster family, native to Paraguay and Brazil, where it has long been grown and used in traditional herbal preparations. Plants form bushy, upright clumps of narrow, toothed green leaves, which are harvested and dried to preserve their color and flavor. Brewed on their own, the leaves produce a light, herbaceous cup with a gentle, rounded character and a soft, lingering finish. This is a single-ingredient product, with nothing added.

• Ingredient: 100 percent dried Stevia rebaudiana leaves.
• Caffeine: Naturally caffeine-free.
• Growing method: Organically grown.
• Best uses: Herbal teas, infusions, and tea blends.

Ways to Use Dried Stevia Leaves

• Simple herbal tea: Steep on its own for a mild, easygoing, caffeine-free cup.
• Custom tea blends: Combine with peppermint, spearmint, lemon balm, or chamomile for a layered blend.
• Fruity and floral blends: Pair with hibiscus, rose hips, or dried citrus peel for a bright infusion.
• Warming spice blends: Add to ginger, cinnamon, or cardamom blends for a rounded winter tea.
• Iced tea and cold brew: Infuse in cold water in the refrigerator for a smooth, refreshing drink.
• Infused water: Add a pinch to a pitcher with fruit or cucumber for a lightly herbal flavor.

Brewing & Storing Dried Stevia Leaves

• Hot brewing: Start with about 1 teaspoon per cup of hot water and adjust to taste.
• Steeping time: Steep covered for 5 to 10 minutes, then strain.
• Cold infusion: Steep in cold water in the refrigerator for 4 to 8 hours.
• Crushing: Gently crush the leaves before steeping for a fuller infusion.
• Blending: Use a small amount in blends, since the leaf is flavorful and goes a long way.
• Storage: Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dark place away from light and moisture.
• Freshness: Best used within a year of purchase for the fullest flavor and color.
• Note: If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or nursing, or take medication, check with a healthcare provider before adding new herbs.

Before You Close This Page
This is the kind of herb that makes a blend better without taking it over, a mild, caffeine-free leaf that brews cleanly on its own and rounds out whatever it's paired with. Organically grown and sold as a simple, single-ingredient dried herb, it's easy to keep on hand for hot cups, iced infusions, and custom blends. Start with a small pinch, taste, and build from there. Add a little green to your next cup.