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Burdekin Plum Tea
Burdekin Plum Tea
Burdekin Plum Tea

Burdekin Plum Tea

$32.00

The Burdekin plum pleiogynium timorense is one of Australia's most attractive native fruits - it matures to a deep purple-black color in the subtropical and tropical woodlands of Queensland.

All the fruits give off a sweet, tart sweetness layered with velvet-black cherry and a light almond bitterness.

The flavor and color of the plum are locked into thin, sun-dried discs that unroll into a jewel-toned infusion - in tea-chip form.

Many generations of Aboriginal peoples ate the Burdekin plum fresh, dried it for travel and used it in ceremonial blends.

Those tea chips today honor that legacy by turning traditional knowledge into a single-ingredient brew. No added flavors or sweeteners: Just pure native plum in every chip.

Fairly wild-harvested from mature trees across Australia's eastern seaboard, these fruit chips offer sustainability and provenance assurance.

Steeping them means tasting a new native flavor as well. You're supporting custodians of the country, protecting biodiversity, and celebrating an Australian flavor tradition.

Wildcrafted Australia

Brewing
  • Add 1 teaspoons of dried Burdekin Plum (or a small piece of the whole fruit) to a teapot or infuser.
  • Pour over 250ml of freshly boiled water and let steep for 4-5 minutes to allow the flavour and colour to fully develop.
  • Strain and enjoy on its own or with a touch of honey. Can be served hot or chilled over ice for a refreshing twist.
Ingredients

100% Burdekin plum
Pleiogynium timorense

Health Benefits

1. Packed with Antioxidants Burdekin plums are loaded with anthocyanins and vitamin C, two powerful substances that squirrel away harmful oxidants, ease cell damage, and generally give our body extra backup.

2. May Aid Digestion People have long popped the fruit when their tummy is out of sorts. Its gentle fibre and mild astringent bite seem to smooth out bowel flow and settle the gut lining.

3. Boosts the Immune System With so much vitamin C squeezed inside, Burdekin plum gives the immune crew a helpful nudge, making it a tasty partner during cold and flu season.

4. Brain-and-Memory Buddy (Rumored) Old tales and early tests hint that Aussie fruits like Burdekin plum might calm nervous cells because of their antioxidants, yet scientists still want deeper proof.

5. Heart-Friendly Goodies Flavonoids in the plum may help keep blood vessels happy, encouraging steady circulation and helping the body hold steady blood-pressure levels.

Cautionary Notes
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding women may wish to avoid as no study has been done of its safety during pregnancy.
  • If youre sensitive to tropical fruits or plums, check with your doctor or pharmacist before giving it a try.
  • For a few people, drinking it may cause a mild, laxative-like effect.
  • Be sure to brew it with boiled water and enjoy only a moderate amount.
  • And as always, keep the box high enough that curious kids cant reach it.
Weight
Weight: 50g - Small
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Taste Profile

Aroma: Light red berries with notes of plum jam and a soft native bush note.

Taste: Tangy and refreshing - cranberry, hibiscus, and plum with blackcurrant. Sweet fruit sweetness cools the bright acidity.

Mouthfeel: Light, grape skin, tannin, with rounded pectin, character - medium-bodied.

Finish: Palate cleansed with a dry, winey snap.

Liquor colour: From ruby to deep magenta on ice.

Common Questions

Burdekin Plum Tea - What is it?
The dried fruit is used in an infusion of the Australian native Burdekin plum (Botanical name Pleiogynium timoriense).

What does it taste like?
Sweet and tart - cranberry plum with blackcurrant notes - crisp finish.

Is it caffeinated?
No. It's an herbal fruit infusion without caffeine.

But my cup is tart - how do I dial that back?
You can use a little less leaf, shorten steep to 3-4 minutes, or honey/agave if you like. Orange softens the acidity too.

What is that botanical name?
Plumeria timoriense (Australian Burdekin plum).