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Historically used by Native Americans and early Mormon settlers in the American West, Mormon tea is derived from the stems of the *Ephedra* plant and does not contain caffeine. So, what does Mormon tea taste like, and is this traditional beverage still relevant today?

Contrary to a common misconception, authentic North American Mormon tea, sourced from the species *Ephedra nevadensis* or *Ephedra viridis*, is naturally caffeine-free. This herbal beverage was historically used by early settlers and Native American tribes in the desert Southwest as a thirst-quenching drink.