Rose Hip Tea

Rose hip tea is a herbal infusion made from the dried fruit of the rose plant, known as rose hips. It is typically brewed by steeping the crushed or whole dried hips in hot water and is enjoyed either plain or lightly sweetened. This beverage has historical roots in European folk medicine and is popular in many regions, including parts of Europe and Asia.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Rose hip tea is very low in calories and contains no fat or protein. Its key nutritional contribution is a significant amount of vitamin C, along with other antioxidants and trace minerals.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	5 kcal
Protein	0 g
Carbs	1 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	0 mg
Vitamin C	25 mg
Vitamin A	3 µg
Calcium	5 mg
Potassium	35 mg
Iron	0.2 mg
Magnesium	3 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Rose hips are one of the richest plant sources of vitamin C, and this tea was historically used as a winter remedy to prevent scurvy. It also has a unique, mildly tart and floral flavor profile that distinguishes it from more common herbal teas.