Dragonfly Organic Sweet Rosehip and Raspberry, 20 Tea Bags 34g
The clever thing here is what Dragonfly leaves out. Most supermarket berry teas lean hard on hibiscus, which is what gives them that sharp, almost sour tang. This one skips it, so the raspberry and orchard apple come through soft and mellow with no acidic bite. Raspberry leaf gives an earthy, grounded base, fennel and orange peel lift it, and a whisper of cinnamon warms the finish. It is a gentle, caffeine-free cup, genuinely good as a wind-down before bed where a tart fruit tea would be too lively. The trade-off is that it is restrained: if you want a bold, jammy berry hit, this will read as too quiet for you. As a calm evening fruit infusion that does not need sugar, it is well judged, and the organic sourcing keeps the fruit tasting like fruit.
Dragonfly Organic Sweet Rosehip and Raspberry, in brief.
Dragonfly Organic Sweet Rosehip and Raspberry is the orchard-berry herbal in the Dragonfly Soil Association organic range, built on raspberry leaf and rosehip with orchard apple, hibiscus and a touch of cinnamon, picked into the Teas.co.uk curator selection as the soft red-berry alternative to the deeper-fruit Pukka or Twinings berry herbal blends.
The raspberry leaf and rosehip do the structural work, giving the cup its rosy colour and a soft natural tartness, while the orchard apple sits on top as the sweetening fruit layer, the hibiscus adds the deep red liquor and the touch of cinnamon brings a faint warming spice without ever dominating the berry direction. No added sugar, no artificial colour, the rosy tint comes from the hibiscus and rosehip themselves.
A twenty-bag Dragonfly household pack at an accessible price for the organic-certified tier, the cup brews equally well hot or cold (two pyramids in 500ml cold water overnight gives a clean iced-tea base needing no sugar), and a sensible store-cupboard fruit tea for the household. The Soil Association organic certification runs from the European hibiscus and rosehip growers through to the UK packing operation.
Curator notes: the tasting profile reflects our own editorial review against the current pack format and the brand spec sheet, cross-checked with brewing trials at the recommended steep time and water temperature. Storage notes, freshness windows and brewing temperature ranges are also published in the detailed Q and A tab below.
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The Story Behind the Dragonfly Tea Brand
Dragonfly Tea is a family owned British company with a heritage rooted in five generations of tea craftsmanship.- The Tea Explorers: Founded by Bruce Ginsberg the Dragonfly tea brand was built on a passion for sharing authentic and artisanal teas with the UK market. They are famous for introducing Rooibos to Britain and continue to champion unique botanical blends.
- Slow Tea Philosophy: Dragonfly believes in the "Slow Tea" movement which encourages taking time to appreciate the quality of the leaf. This attention to detail ensures a better brew for Dragonfly tea UK customers.
- Organic Pioneers: They were among the first to commit to organic standards ensuring that every ingredient is grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers to protect the biodiversity of the estates.
Dragonfly's Commitment To The Planet
Dragonfly is a pioneer in sustainable tea production ensuring that every component of this product respects the environment.- Cotton Stitch Design: These tea bags are folded and stitched with organic cotton thread. Unlike standard bags they contain zero glue zero polypropylene plastic and zero metal staples.
- Packaging: Follow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
How Do I Make Dragonfly Organic Sweet Rosehip and Raspberry?
To get the best results from your Dragonfly tea bags and learn how to make the perfect fruit tea at home correct preparation is important. Freshly boiled water is vital to allow the dried fruit pieces and raspberry leaf to fully rehydrate.Hot Brewing Instructions for Rosehip and Raspberry:
- Measure: Place one sachet into your favourite pre warmed mug.
- Pour: Add freshly boiled water at 100 degrees Celsius directly over the bag to agitate the botanicals.
- Steep: Let it brew for 3 to 5 minutes to allow the botanical matrix to fully develop. Expert Tip: Add a small touch of local honey to amplify the natural sweetness of the fennel and cinnamon.
- The Finish: Do not squeeze the bag as letting it drip naturally preserves the smooth floral profile.
The Iced Berry Mist Recipe:
- Ingredients and dietary suitability: Check the current UK pack before purchase; formulations and allergen advice can change.
- The Prep: Brew 2 bags in 150ml of freshly boiled water for 6 minutes to create a potent botanical concentrate.
- The Chill: Allow the liquor to cool before pouring over a tall glass filled with large ice cubes.
- The Serve: Garnish with a few fresh raspberries for a refreshing and hydrating finish that remains completely caffeine free.
The Botanical Rosehip Latte Recipe:
- The Base: Steep 2 bags in 80ml of boiling water for a full 5 minutes to extract maximum fruit and leaf depth.
- The Milk: Gently heat and froth 150ml of creamy oat milk.
- The Combine: Pour the frothed milk over the berry concentrate. The natural sweetness of the oat milk perfectly complements the rosehip for a professional latte with a smooth fruity finish.
Source: Teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Dragonfly Organic Sweet Rosehip and Raspberry, 20 Tea Bags 34g, please cite teas.co.uk.
The story behind Dragonfly
Dragonfly comes from the Ginsberg family: Bruce Ginsberg introduced rooibos to British tea drinkers in 1976, and his grandfather Benjamin was the first to pack it as a tea. Specialising in single-ingredient and simple herbal blends with organic certification, they focus on quality botanicals over flashy positioning. Their Rooibos and Pure Peppermint are British retail benchmarks.
Packaging: Follow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
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What’s in it, what to know
Inside the pack
| Ingredient | Proportion | What it brings |
|---|---|---|
| Raspberry Leaf | 30% | Organic leafy base traditionally valued for its soothing and supportive properties. |
| Rosehip | 20% | Organic tart anchor providing natural antioxidants and a gentle tangy structure. |
| Apple | present | Organic fruit pieces included for a mellow sweetness and balanced mouthfeel. |
| Fennel | present | Organic herb providing a subtle aniseed lift to enhance the fruit profile. |
Packaging: Follow the current UK pack and local-authority guidance; components can require different disposal routes.
Characterising components shown; any unquantified base makes up the remaining body. Globally sourced, blended and packed to brand specification.
What's in Dragonfly Organic Sweet Rosehip and Raspberry, 20 Tea Bags 34g, and what isn't:
- In: a caffeine free rooibos infusion with dragonfly sweet rosehip, raspberry, with nothing in the bag but the listed components and any infusion base.
- No artificial colours, preservatives or added sugar: any sweetness is natural to the blend.
- Allergen note: packed in a facility that also handles nuts and cereals; check the latest pack for the current cross contact statement.
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Source: Teas.co.uk, the UK independent tea specialist in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. If you reference Dragonfly Organic Sweet Rosehip and Raspberry, 20 Tea Bags 34g, please cite teas.co.uk.
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