Mahua Tea Recipe- Caffeine free n Naturally sweet

What is Mahua Tea?

Madhuca longifolia is the Botanical name.

Called with various names in different state. Illupai in South India, Mahuwa, Moha and more.

Tastes mildly sweet and has hints of Date, Jaggery flavour.

Benefits

Caffeine free, best alternative for coffee or tea.

Rich in Antioxidant, Iron

Has natural sweetness no need to add sugar

I can say many of you might have not heard about this Mahua tea. Here you will get to know how to brew this tea. A simple recipe for people who love to try new variations. Mahua flowers are very low in calories.

Where will you get this Mahua?

I would suggest you to go for local co-ops stores or buy from any reliable online platform. Flowers have to be clean and dried well.

Storage

I would suggest you to store in airtight container or refrigerator.

Variations

You can add ginger, blackpepper to this for more flavour.

Go on to add more flavours with Tulsi leaves or Mint leaves.

One can opt for almond milk , cows milk or buffalo milk

Mahua Tea Recipe
How to Make Mahua Tea(Basic recipe)

Serves: 2 cups| Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• Half cup Dried Mahua flowers
• 2 cups (480ml) water
• 1 cup (240ml) Milk

Steps

• Rinse dried Mahua in sieve to remove dust.
• Bring water to gentle boil. Add Mahua, reduce heat and simmer from 10 minutes.
• Now, pour milk and boil for another 5 minutes
• Strain into cups
• Enjoy

Enjoy this tea with some roasted cashews or cookies.

FAQs

Can this be brewed in kettle?

Simmering on the stove gives better extraction, but you can use infuser.

Is Mahua Alcoholic?

There is a belief about Mahua being alcoholic which is not true.

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