{"product_id":"dried-stevia-leaves-stevia-rebaudiana-organically-grown-herb-naturally-caffeine-free-ideal-for-herbal-teas-infusions-tea-blends","title":"Dried Stevia Leaves (Stevia rebaudiana) – Organically Grown Herb, Naturally Caffeine-Free, Ideal for Herbal Teas, Infusions \u0026 Tea Blends","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA Gentle, Caffeine-Free Herb for Tea and Infusions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSome 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Uses Dried Stevia Leaves?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe herbal tea drinker wanting a naturally caffeine-free option for any time of day.\u003cbr\u003eThe tea blender building custom herbal blends from whole dried ingredients.\u003cbr\u003eThe home herbalist stocking a pantry of single-ingredient dried herbs.\u003cbr\u003eThe iced tea and cold brew fan wanting a mild herb for infused drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat These Dried Leaves Actually Are\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eStevia rebaudiana\u003c\/em\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 percent dried \u003cem\u003eStevia rebaudiana\u003c\/em\u003e leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaffeine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally caffeine-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organically grown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbal teas, infusions, and tea blends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWays to Use Dried Stevia Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple herbal tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep on its own for a mild, easygoing, caffeine-free cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCustom tea blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine with peppermint, spearmint, lemon balm, or chamomile for a layered blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruity and floral blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with hibiscus, rose hips, or dried citrus peel for a bright infusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarming spice blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add to ginger, cinnamon, or cardamom blends for a rounded winter tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIced tea and cold brew:\u003c\/strong\u003e Infuse in cold water in the refrigerator for a smooth, refreshing drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfused water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a pinch to a pitcher with fruit or cucumber for a lightly herbal flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing \u0026amp; Storing Dried Stevia Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot brewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start with about 1 teaspoon per cup of hot water and adjust to taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteeping time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep covered for 5 to 10 minutes, then strain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold infusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep in cold water in the refrigerator for 4 to 8 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrushing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently crush the leaves before steeping for a fuller infusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlending:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a small amount in blends, since the leaf is flavorful and goes a long way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dark place away from light and moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreshness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best used within a year of purchase for the fullest flavor and color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or nursing, or take medication, check with a healthcare provider before adding new herbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore You Close This Page\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis 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. 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