Worldwide Botanicals Organic Schisandra Berries – Tea Cut, 1 lb | Five-Flavor Fruit

Discover the Five-Flavor Berries

Worldwide Botanicals Organic Schisandra Berries are tea cut for an optimal infusion. Known as a adaptogenic berry in traditional Chinese medicine, Schisandra is celebrated for its five flavors — sweet, salty, bitter, sour, and spicy — and for delivering a vivid sensory experience in every cup. This product captures the wild harvest aroma from Changbai and a harmonious profile that many enjoy as part of a daily ritual.

Traditionally, these berries are used to tonify, revitalize, and harmonize the body’s systems, offering a vivid sensory experience that tea lovers cherish. Our selection comes from a forest preserve in northern China, where hand-picked fruit is dried at low temperatures to preserve delicate metabolites and antioxidants. The result is a tea cut that releases its character more fully in hot water than whole berries alone.

Tea cut versus whole berries matters for flavor and extraction. Steep 1-2 tsp in freshly boiled water for 3-5 minutes to yield a pale champagne-colored cup with surprisingly robust flavor. Chill for iced tea, or blend with other herbs such as lemongrass, hibiscus, cinnamon, or ginger to craft a refreshing, multi-note infusion.

Ways to savor

• brew a warm cup using 1-2 tsp in freshly boiled water for 3-5 minutes
• chill and enjoy a revitalizing iced tea with a bright aroma
• add to soups, broths, smoothies, yogurt, or cereals for flavor and nutrient notes
• use as a base for mocktails, with a juniper-like character

Flavor ideas and pairings

• blend with lemongrass, hibiscus, cinnamon, or ginger to broaden the palate
• sift over yogurt or breakfast bowls for a fruity-tresh compliment
• create a savory-sweet broth base that adds depth to soups and stews

From forest to cup

Wild harvested from Changbai Mountain preserves, these berries are hand-picked in the forest and dried at low temperatures to protect vital metabolites and antioxidants. The result is a product designed to maintain fresh character while delivering a distinctive aroma and flavor.

Quality you can trust

With more than four decades of experience sourcing premier botanicals, Worldwide Botanicals partners with suppliers to import high-quality products while supporting rainforest preservation and organic agriculture. Your satisfaction is our guarantee.