Tag: Tea vs infusion

Did you know that, according to the UK Tea & Infusions Association, up to 300 different plants are used for making herbal infusions? While both are steeped in water, the essential difference between tea and an infusion lies in their botanical origins, processing, and caffeine content.

While many beverages are called "tea," an estimated 60-80% of the world's population depends on medicinal herbal teas, which are not technically a true tea because they do not come from the Camellia sinensis plant. This distinction separates a simple infusion from the world's most popular beverage after water.

By definition, the term 'tea' refers to a beverage made from the leaves of the *Camellia sinensis* plant. The answer to "does fruit tea have actual tea in it?" is therefore often no, as most are technically herbal infusions (tisanes) made from dried fruits, herbs, and flowers. However, the inclusion of actual tea leaves depends entirely on the specific blend you choose.