Kinkeliba and hibiscus: the African herbal teas for digestion

In many West African households, meals often end with an infusion. Kinkeliba and hibiscus (bissap) are the two most iconic examples.

Kinkeliba, Senegal's everyday herbal tea

Dried kinkeliba leaves, once infused, produce a slightly bitter drink, traditionally enjoyed after meals to aid digestion.

Hibiscus: from hot tea to iced bissap

Dried hibiscus flowers, once infused, produce a tangy, ruby-red drink — served hot as a herbal tea, or iced and sweetened as bissap, the ultimate refreshing drink of African and Caribbean summers.

How to prepare them

One tablespoon of dried leaves or flowers per large glass of hot water, left to infuse for 8 to 10 minutes. Discover this selection and much more in our online catalogue — delivered across France from our warehouse in Mulhouse.