Dried cherry stems: 100 g bag, loose.
The dried peduncles of the cherry tree, a herbalist's plant listed in the French Pharmacopoeia. A clear tea with a discreet, woody taste, caffeine-free. Prepare as a decoction, infusion or maceration. A Miel Impérial selection.
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Dried cherry stems: 100 g bag, loose.
The dried peduncles of the cherry tree, a herbalist's plant listed in the French Pharmacopoeia. A clear tea with a discreet, woody taste, caffeine-free. Prepare as a decoction, infusion or maceration. A Miel Impérial selection.
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Dried Cherry Stems – 100 g bag
Cherry stems, or cherry peduncles, are the slender stalks that link the fruit to the branch. Harvested once the fruit is ripe and then dried, they become a fine, brittle brown material traditionally prepared as a herbal tea. Listed in the French Pharmacopoeia, this herbalist's plant gives a clear amber cup with a discreet, slightly woody taste. 100 g loose-leaf bag, caffeine-free.
Dried cherry stems: the key facts
• Miel Impérial cherry stems are the dried peduncles of the cherry tree's fruit, sold loose in a 100 g bag.
• They can be prepared as a decoction, a long infusion or a cold maceration, and drunk hot or cold.
• The infusion gives a clear amber cup with a discreet, slightly woody taste and a hint of bitterness.
• Cherry stems are naturally free from caffeine and can therefore be drunk at any time of day.
• The loose format allows free dosing and keeps for several months away from air and light.
100 g bag
loose, dose as you like
Caffeine-free
at any time of day
French Pharmacopoeia
listed herbalist's plant
Dried
more stable than fresh
What are cherry stems?
The cherry stem is the peduncle of the cherry tree's fruit, the small stalk we absentmindedly throw away when eating a cherry. Harvested once the fruit is ripe, it is dried in a well-ventilated place away from humidity until brittle.
The stems used in herbalism traditionally come from the sour cherry tree, a species found across Europe and South-West Asia. The dried peduncle keeps nothing of the fresh cherry's aroma: it is a plant material in its own right, with its own profile.
What does cherry stem tea taste like?
The cup is clear and amber. The taste is discreet, slightly woody, with a faint bitterness on the finish. It is a sober herbal tea, far removed from fruity, sweet infusions, which is precisely what makes it an excellent base to personalise.
It pairs very well with a strip of lemon peel, a few mint leaves, a piece of dried ginger or dried flowers. A dash of lemon juice in a cooled decoction makes a particularly refreshing summer drink.
How to prepare cherry stems
As a decoction
Use a generous tablespoon for a large bowl of cold water. Bring to the boil, lower the heat and simmer for about ten minutes, then strain. This is the most thorough method.
As a long infusion
If you have no time to boil: one tablespoon in 30 cl of steaming water, cover and leave for at least 10 minutes. The cup will be lighter.
As a cold maceration
Soak the stems for several hours in cold water, then strain. This gentle method is prepared the day before and drunk chilled.
For the whole day
Make a litre in the morning and drink it through the day, hot or cold depending on the season. Keep the preparation refrigerated and drink it within 24 hours.
Why the loose format?
Loose remains the most flexible format: it lets you dose freely according to the preparation method, cut the stems rather than grind them, and takes up little space. It also needs less packaging than individual sachets, and its price by weight is far more favourable than processed forms.
Also worth discovering in our range
To build your herbal routine, discover our spirulina tablets.
And our ginger powder capsules, whose root pairs beautifully with cherry stems in an infusion.
Precautions
• Cherry allergy: do not consume this product if you have a known allergy to the fruit. If a reaction occurs, stop consuming it and consult a doctor.
• Pregnant and breastfeeding women: seek your doctor's advice before any regular consumption.
• Not recommended for young children without the advice of a healthcare professional.
• If you are on any medical treatment, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before regular consumption.
• This product is a plant for infusion intended for food use. It replaces neither a varied, balanced diet, nor medical treatment, nor the advice of a healthcare professional.
Storage
Close the bag carefully after each use, or transfer the stems into an airtight jar. Store away from air, light, heat and humidity. Well dried and well stored, cherry stems keep for several months without losing their qualities.
FAQ – Cherry stems
How do you prepare a cherry stem infusion?
Two main methods. As a decoction: a generous tablespoon in a large bowl of cold water, bring to the boil then simmer for about ten minutes and strain. As a long infusion: one tablespoon in 30 cl of steaming water, cover and leave for at least 10 minutes.
What is the difference between infusion, decoction and maceration?
An infusion means pouring hot water over the plant and letting it steep. A decoction means simmering the plant in water, which extracts more from hard materials such as stems. A maceration is done cold, over several hours. For cherry stems, the decoction is the traditional method.
What does cherry stem tea taste like?
A discreet, sober taste, slightly woody, with a hint of bitterness, in a clear amber cup. It does not have the aroma of fresh cherry. It is a neutral base that pairs well with lemon, mint or ginger.
Do cherry stems contain caffeine?
No, cherry stems are naturally free from caffeine. They can therefore be drunk at any time, including in the evening.
Can fresh cherry stems be used?
It is possible, but less practical: fresh stems need careful washing and must be used quickly. Dried stems are more stable, keep for several months and give a more consistent preparation each time.
How long do dried cherry stems keep?
Several months, provided they are kept thoroughly dry, in a closed bag or an airtight jar, away from light and heat.
Can cherry stems be reused?
Yes, a second preparation is possible, lighter in taste and colour than the first. This is one of the benefits of cold maceration, which is gentler on the plant.
A sober herbal tea, the herbalist's way
Dried cherry stems · 100 g bag · loose · caffeine-free. A Miel Impérial selection.