Description
Lapacho Tea – a traditional bark tea from South America
Lapacho Tea is prepared from the inner bark of the Lapacho tree, which grows in South America. The infusion offers a mild, pleasantly woody flavour with a delicate natural sweetness, making it a unique alternative to traditional herbal teas.
Lapacho is also known as Pau d’Arco. The carefully cut bark develops a smooth, rounded character with subtle woody and lightly spicy notes. Its balanced flavour makes this traditional bark tea a popular choice for anyone looking to discover something different.
What is Lapacho Tea?
Lapacho Tea is made from the inner bark of several Lapacho tree species native to Central and South America. The bark has been traditionally prepared as an infusion for generations and remains well known today for its distinctive flavour.
Unlike most herbal teas, the bark is briefly boiled before steeping. This preparation allows the characteristic woody aromas to develop fully and creates a rich, well-balanced infusion.
What does Lapacho Tea taste like?
Lapacho Tea has a mild, rounded flavour with pleasant woody notes and a gentle natural sweetness. Light spicy nuances add complexity while allowing the bark’s character to remain at the centre of every cup.
The flavour can easily be adjusted by varying the amount of bark or the steeping time. A longer infusion produces a fuller and more intense taste.
How to prepare Lapacho Tea
Add the desired amount of Lapacho bark to water and bring it briefly to a boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for around five minutes. Remove the pot from the heat, cover it and allow the bark to steep for another 10–15 minutes before straining.
This traditional preparation gives the bark enough time to release its characteristic aroma and creates a smooth, balanced infusion.
Serving suggestions
Lapacho Tea is enjoyable on its own, allowing its natural flavour to shine. If desired, you can also add a slice of lemon, fresh mint or mild spices such as cinnamon or ginger for a different flavour profile.
Use additional ingredients sparingly so the characteristic taste of the Lapacho bark remains the main feature of the infusion.
Characteristics
- Traditional bark tea from South America
- Also known as Pau d’Arco
- Mild and pleasantly woody flavour
- Delicate natural sweetness
- Subtle spicy notes
- Prepared differently from most herbal teas
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Keep in an airtight container.
- Protect from moisture and strong odours.
