Cascara - Coffee Cherry Tea, 100 g

What is Cascara?

Cascara refers to the dried fruit pulp of the coffee cherry that surrounds the coffee bean. In coffee production, this fruit pulp is often considered a waste product, but for cascara it is carefully dried and processed into an aromatic tea.

In traditional growing regions like Yemen, Bolivia, and Panama, tea made from coffee cherries has a long tradition and is often refined with spices such as cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom.

Sustainability and local value creation

A outstanding feature of cascara is its sustainable use: The fruit pulp of the coffee cherry, which would otherwise be considered a waste product, is reused, thereby conserving valuable resources. This method not only contributes to environmental protection, but also increases the value of the coffee cherry throughout the entire production chain.

Our cascara coffee cherry tea comes from our partner farm Brida Azul in Nicaragua: For the first time, they dried the coffee cherries specifically for us, creating a fruity and aromatic infusion with natural sweetness.

The legal status of cascara in the EU

Cascara was classified as a "novel food" in the EU. This means that it had to undergo a safety assessment before it could be approved for sale.

The confusion that there was a "ban" on cascara in 2017 probably stems from the fact that the product was not yet officially approved at that time. So it was not banned, but the approval process was not yet complete, which meant it could not be freely sold. Only with final approval in 2022 was cascara now permitted to be distributed as a food in the EU.

Source: EU Regulation 2022/47

Preparation of cascara tea

Preparing cascara is extremely simple and similar to brewing a fruity tea:

1. Pour 10 g of cascara with 500 ml of boiling water (optimal brewing temperature: 95 degrees) over it.
2. Let it steep for 10 minutes.
   

Why cascara is the right choice for you

• Sugar-free: Natural sweetness without any added sugar – ideal for anyone looking for a sugar-free alternative.
• Sustainability: By reusing the coffee cherry fruit pulp, waste is avoided and the environment is protected.
• Gentle caffeine kick: The combination of coffee and tea provides a gentle caffeine effect, perfect for those who enjoy the energy boost of coffee but want to reduce their daily coffee consumption.
• Flavor variety: Fruity aromas of honey, lemon, cherry, and rosehip. A varied flavor experience that surprises you again and again.