Yaupon Recipes

Want a smoother native alternative to tea or coffee? We've got you covered.
A graphic of a cold pitcher of yaupon holly with a lemon inside.

Sweet Tea with American Yaupon

1. Boil 4 cups of water.

2. Pour over 3 sachets of Goldholly Yaupon Tea in a pitcher or jug - let sachets steep for 10 minutes.

3. Remove sachets - stir in 2 teaspoons of organic cane sugar.

4. Refrigerate for 2 hours.

5. Stir in 0.5 teaspoons of organic fresh lemon juice.

Garnish with fresh-cut lemon, if desired. Serves 3.

Tip #1: yaupon likes heat 🔥. Yaupon is good when cold-brewed, but we find the best flavors of the plant are released by hot (just below boiling) water.

A graphic of a hot cup of yaupon tea with honey being poured in.

Hot Yaupon Tea with Honey

1. Boil 1.5 cups of filtered water.

2. Pour over 1 sachet of Goldholly Yaupon Tea in a mug/cup.

3. Let sachet steep for 10 minutes.

4. Remove sachet - stir in 0.5 teaspoons of organic honey (adjust to taste).

5. Let cool for 5 minutes before consuming.

Garnish with fresh-cut lemon, if desired. Serves 1.

Tip #2: keep it smooth 🍋. Yaupon's lighter caffeine content & lack of tannins pair well with lighter, fruitier flavors - think lemon, apple, strawberry, and peach.

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