The Rich Heritage of Turkish Love Tea

Long before tea ceremonies became a global ritual, Turkish lovers in Anatolia shared a delicate pink infusion called Aşk Çayı—literally “Love Tea.” In bustling bazaars of Istanbul, rose petals were prized for their fragrance and symbolic beauty. Young couples would exchange hand-woven cloth sachets filled with petals, hibiscus blossoms and citrus peel, sealing promises of devotion with every fragrant breath.

Royal Love Turkish Love Tea revives this centuries-old tradition. We source rose petals from the gardens of Isparta—Turkey’s “City of Roses”—where petals are sun-dried at dawn to preserve their velvety aroma. Hibiscus flowers arrive from the Mediterranean coast, bringing their deep ruby hue and tangy flavour. A sprinkle of orange and lemon peel brightens the blend, echoing the citrus groves that dot the Aegean shores.

This tea is more than a sensory delight. Rose petals have been celebrated for their soothing properties since Ottoman times, believed to calm the heart and ease tension. Modern research confirms rose polyphenols support skin health and antioxidant defences. Hibiscus adds its own benefits: studies link hibiscus extract to healthy blood pressure levels and liver support.

How to Brew

• Measure one teaspoon of loose leaf (≈2 g) into a teapot

• Pour 200 ml just-boiled water

• Cover and steep 3–5 minutes

• Strain, inhale the floral steam and savour

Every cup of Royal Love is a journey through time—a fragrant reminder of Anatolian romance, market stalls overflowing with blooms, and secret rendezvous beneath ancient minarets. Share it with someone special or treasure it as your personal ritual of calm and connection.

References
Kaur G. et al., “Antioxidant Activity of Rose Petals,” Journal of Herbal Medicine, 2024.
Herrera-Arellano A. et al., “Hibiscus sabdariffa and Cardiovascular Health,” Phytomedicine, 2018.