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Herb tea
Calories & nutrition facts
other than chamomile, brewed
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 1 kcal —
- Protein 0 g 0%
- Carbohydrate 0.2 g 0%
- Fat 0 g 0%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 1 mg 0%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin K 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.01 mg 1%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0 mg 0%
- Niacin (B3) 0 mg 0%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.01 mg 0%
- Vitamin B6 0 mg 0%
- Folate (B9) 1 µg 0%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 0.4 mg 0%
Minerals
- Calcium 2 mg 0%
- Iron 0.08 mg 0%
- Magnesium 1 mg 0%
- Phosphorus 0 mg 0%
- Potassium 9 mg 0%
- Zinc 0.04 mg 0%
- Copper 0.02 mg 2%
- Manganese 0.04 mg 2%
- Selenium 0 µg 0%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 | 0 g | 0.2 g | 0 g |
| 1 × fl oz | 29.6 g | 0 | 0 g | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| 1 × cup (8 fl oz) | 237 g | 2 | 0 g | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| 2 × fl oz | 59.2 g | 1 | 0 g | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| ½ × fl oz | 14.8 g | 0 | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| 3 × fl oz | 88.8 g | 1 | 0 g | 0.2 g | 0 g |
| 4 × fl oz | 118.4 g | 1 | 0 g | 0.2 g | 0 g |
Similar foods
- Chamomile herb teabrewed1 kcal / 100 g
- Herbal teainfusion1 kcal / 100 g
- Chamomile teabrewed1 kcal / 100 g
- Infusion0 kcal / 100 g
- Herbal tea with sugarinfusion7 kcal / 100 g
- Hibiscus teabrewed0 kcal / 100 g
- Brewed infusionno added sugars1 kcal / 100 g
- Green teabrewed, regular1 kcal / 100 g
- Brewed teano added sugars0 kcal / 100 g
- Teabrewed1 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Herb tea
How long should you steep herb tea?
Pour freshly boiled water over the herbs and steep for about 5 minutes; use 8–10 minutes for a stronger, more robust infusion. Follow the packet’s timing for blends containing delicate flowers or specific ingredients.
Can you make herb tea with fresh herbs?
Yes. Lightly bruise a small handful of clean leaves, pour over boiling water and steep for 5–10 minutes; strain before drinking. Mint, lemon balm and fresh ginger all work well on their own or in blends.
Can you drink herb tea cold?
Yes: brew it hot, then cool it promptly and refrigerate, or steep it in cold water in the fridge for several hours. Serve over ice with lemon or mint, and keep the finished drink chilled.
How should you store herb tea?
Keep dry tea bags or loose herbs in an airtight container in a cool, dark cupboard, away from steam and strong-smelling spices. Refrigerate brewed tea and use it within 3 days.
What goes well with herb tea?
Mint or fennel tea pairs neatly with fruit and light biscuits, while ginger or cinnamon blends suit richer cakes. Add lemon or a little honey to the cup if you want extra brightness or sweetness.
Can you use herb tea instead of black tea in recipes?
Yes, but the flavour is different and usually less tannic. Use a strongly brewed, strained infusion in place of black tea in poaching liquid, syrups or baking; choose a mild blend so it does not overpower the other ingredients.
Does herb tea contain caffeine?
Most herb teas, such as peppermint, chamomile and rooibos, are naturally caffeine-free. Blends containing black, green or white tea leaves do contain caffeine, so check the ingredients if you want to avoid it.
Is herb tea the same as herbal tea?
Yes. Both names usually mean an infusion made from herbs, flowers, spices or fruit rather than leaves of the tea plant, *Camellia sinensis*. The word “tea” is commonly used for the drink, though “infusion” is more botanically precise.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 173232 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
