Olive Leaf: Benefits, Taste, and How to Steep It
Thousands of years of Mediterranean tradition in one caffeine-free cup.
Meet the ingredient
What is Olive Leaf ?
Olive leaf (Olea europaea) refers to the flat, green leaves of the olive tree. Olive trees have a rich history throughout Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cultures, where their leaves have been used in traditional herbal practices for thousands of years. Over time, olive trees were introduced to regions around the world and are now cultivated on six of the seven continents.
- OriginMediterranean
- FlavorEarthy and Bitter
- Herbal tea Caffeine free
- White tea Low caffeine
- Green tea Low caffeine
- Black tea Medium caffeine
- Matcha High caffeine
Levels are typical; steep time and leaf amount change them.
Caffeine
Olive Leaf is naturally caffeine free!
Steep the herb by itself or mix with other herbs.
Taste
What does Olive Leaf taste like?
Olive leaf has an earthy and herbal taste often compared to fresh cut grass. There is also a slight bitterness to the tea so it is recommended to not over steep. This will help lessen the bitterness.
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Earthy
Earthy teas taste grounded and full. Their flavor lives close to the source, in soil, root, leaf, and wood, giving them a depth that fruit and floral blends simply don't reach. Smooth, low in bitterness, and satisfying in a way that feels nourishing.
Bitter
Bitter teas have backbone. That firm, clean edge comes from the same compounds that make tea worth drinking, and in the right cup it reads as depth and structure rather than harshness. Bracing, complex, and deeply refreshing once you're tuned to it. These are the cups that reward a slower palate.
Making the tea
Steep Olive Leaf tea like this...
Heat
Boil fresh, filtered water.
- Heat
- Measure
- Steep
- Remove
- Enjoy
Where to buy
Where can I buy Olive Leaf Tea?
Organic Olive Leaf Tea can be found online or in stores. You can also shop our Organic Olive Leaf here at Full Leaf. We’re USDA certified organic, and our products are vegan and free from GMO’s.


