A Tea Unlike Any Other
This isn’t your average herbal tea—it’s a natural treasure. Cherry leaf tea can be sipped daily, used in homemade cosmetics, added to recipes, or even used as a base for marinades. Particularly valuable is the fermented version, which develops a deeper aroma and enhanced properties through gentle processing.
Completely caffeine-free, it’s the perfect choice for a calming evening drink. With proper harvesting and storage, it retains its vitamins and flavor for nearly a year.
Health Benefits You’ll Feel
- Supports the immune system
- Aids digestion
- Improves skin health
- Promotes heart and vascular health
- Reduces mild swelling
- Soothes colds
- Acts as a mild natural sedative
For Women, Men, and Children—Each in Their Own Way
For women, it’s a youth-preserving elixir: rich in vitamins that nourish skin, hair, and nails, while flavonoids help balance hormones. For men, it improves circulation, enhances stamina, and helps manage stress. For children (ages three and up), it strengthens the immune system and helps regulate mood—just a little at a time.
When to Be Cautious
Though gentle, cherry leaf tea is not for everyone. Avoid it if you have:
- Ulcers or acute gastrointestinal inflammation
- Pancreatitis
- Blood clotting disorders
- Individual intolerance or allergies to rosaceae
- You are taking anticoagulants
- Children under age 3
Also, limit intake to 2–3 cups a day—too much may cause digestive discomfort or hinder iron absorption.
Beyond Tea: Creative Uses for Cherry Leaves
- Add to fruit compotes or berry drinks
- Mix into batter for pancakes and pies
- Make syrups or jellies
- Enhance marinades for cucumbers, plums, and pears
- Freeze with honey and lemon for a refreshing sorbet
- Brew with mint or dried berries for a richer flavor
How to Brew It Right
For a classic infusion, use 5–6 fresh leaves (or 1 tablespoon dried) per 250 ml of water heated to 85–90°C. Steep for 15 minutes under a lid, then strain. Enjoy warm or chilled—with berries, honey, or both.
Fermented cherry leaf tea is the “cherry on top.” It’s richer, more fragrant, and easier on the stomach. The leaves are wilted, rolled, and left to ferment in warmth before being dried at 50°C until ready.
Harvesting and Storing Cherry Leaves Properly
- Pick in May–June, before or just after flowering
- Choose trees away from roads and pollutants
- Select healthy, firm green leaves
- Do not wash before drying—spread on paper or cloth in the shade
- Dry in a well-ventilated, sun-free space
- Store in paper bags, cloth sacks, or glass jars
- Use within 6–12 months
Follow these simple steps, and you’ll have a wonderfully aromatic supply ready for year-round tea that soothes, heals, and delights.
