Tea: Simmer or steep 1–2 tsp per cup for 10–15 minutes. Strain well to remove fine hairs. Lovely on its own or with hibiscus, rosella, or elderberry.

Kombucha & syrup: Infuse in sweet teas or boil into rosehip syrup for immune tonics, winter drinks, or “vitamin C shots.”

Powder: Use in smoothies, overnight oats, or yogurt for an antioxidant boost. Pair with collagen or skin supplements.

Culinary: Use in jams, syrups, fruit blends, or herbal broths. Ideal for teas and infused drinks where straining is possible.

Pets: Add a pinch to dog food for joint support. Commonly used in equine nutrition and pet arthritis blends.

Customers love rosehips for their versatility and gentle strength. Many brew it as a daily tea, infuse it in oils for Christmas gifts, or use it in kombucha, winter broths, and even treats for their pets. Often paired with hibiscus, lemon balm, elderberry, and chamomile. Best stored airtight and steeped thoroughly using a fine strainer or muslin cloth to remove seed hairs, especially with fine cut rosehips.

Not recommended in very large doses during pregnancy. Take with food if prone to reflux. Check for interactions if on medication or managing kidney issues. Always strain thoroughly to avoid irritation from seed hairs.

• Actions: Nutritive tonic, astringent, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, refrigerant
• Systems: Immune, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, integumentary
• Energetics: Cooling, drying, mildly sweet
• Pairings: Hibiscus, elderberry, nettle, chamomile, ginger, lemon balm
• Clinical note: Can enhance iron absorption due to vitamin C. Avoid long-term megadosing unless guided. Avoid the hairs inside the hip.