Juniper Berries: Benefits, Taste, and How to Steep It
The caffeine-free seed cones behind gin's piney taste, used since ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome.
Meet the ingredient
What are Juniper Berries ?
Juniper berries come from the juniper tree (Juniperus communis). Despite the name, juniper berries are not actually berries, but instead they are the seed cones on the juniper tree. The use of juniper berries can be dated back to Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome where they were likely used as natural remedies and spices. Today, juniper berries are popularized by gin as they are a leading ingredient and offer the pine-like taste that is signature to gin.
- OriginEurope, Asia & North America
- FlavorPiney & Earthy
Health benefits
What Juniper Berries bring to the cup...
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Juniper berries contain plant compounds that can help fight diseases. This herb is also rich in vitamin C which supports immune function.
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Juniper berries can support digestion by easing gas and bloating. This herb can also help the body produce more digestive fluids to help break down food.
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Juniper berries can promote increased urine output which can help the body flush out minor bladder bacteria. While juniper berries may support your body's ability to flush out bacteria, it is not intended to be a replacement for antibiotics for serious UTI’s or bladder infections.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
- 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
Juniper Berries are naturally caffeine free!
Steep this herb by itself or mix with other herbs.
Taste
What do Juniper Berries taste like?
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Making the tea
Steep Juniper Berry tea like this...
Heat
Boil fresh, filtered water.
- Heat
- Measure
- Steep
- Remove
- Enjoy
Where to buy
Where can I buy Organic Juniper Berries?
Organic Juniper Berries can be found online or in stores. You can also shop our Organic Juniper Berries here at Full Leaf. We’re USDA certified organic, and our products are vegan and free from GMO’s.
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