Altarica Siberian Ivan Chai Fireweed Tea

Think gentle and earthy rather than bold. This fermented fireweed tea has a soft, natural flavor that multiple reviewers describe as pleasant and approachable. It's not going to hit you with strong herbaceous notes—instead, you get a delicate, earthy profile with a notably pleasant aftertaste. The aroma is particularly impressive, which adds to the overall experience.

Not at all. Despite being a unique fermented Russian tea, it's actually quite beginner-friendly. The flavor is gentle and forgiving, meaning you're unlikely to over-steep it into something unpleasant. Several reviewers mention it works well on its own or with additions like honey or lemon, so you can adjust it to your taste preferences as you go.

If you're tired of the usual chamomile-peppermint-rooibos rotation, Ivan Chai offers something genuinely different. The fermentation process creates earthy complexity you won't find in standard dried herbs, and the wild-harvested Siberian fireweed gives it an authentic, natural character. The chamomile blend in this version adds a familiar touch while keeping that distinctive fermented profile.

The aroma consistently gets top marks from reviewers—several specifically call it 'amazing.' You're getting those natural, earthy fermented notes that fill the space while it steeps. It's not perfumy or overpowering, just pleasantly aromatic in a way that makes the brewing experience itself enjoyable.

You're getting actual fermented leaves here, not dusty fragments. Reviewers note the quality of the leaves themselves, and at 50g you have enough to really explore different steeping strengths and methods. The loose leaf format also means you can control your brew strength more precisely than with pre-portioned bags.

50g is roughly 1.76oz, which translates to about 15-25 cups depending on how strong you brew it. For a tea with this gentle, pleasant profile, that's actually a reasonable amount—especially since reviewers mention it's enjoyable enough to drink regularly. If you find you like it, you'll go through it without it sitting in your cupboard forever.