Jujube (red date) tea: what it is, traditional use and flavor

Quick answer: Jujube, or red date (Ziziphus jujuba), is a small, naturally sweet fruit called dazao in Chinese. In Inner Code, it's in Renew, our follicular phase blend, where it adds a soft, caramel-like sweetness without any added sugar.

At a glance

Traditional use

In traditional Chinese medicine, jujube has a sweet flavor and a warm nature, and it's linked to the spleen, stomach and heart. It's a staple of Chinese kitchens, simmered into teas, soups and desserts, and traditionally enjoyed for gentle nourishment [1].

What the research says

A comprehensive review describes jujube as a food and traditional medicine in China and summarizes its traditional uses and plant compounds [1]. Research is still developing, so we describe jujube by its traditional use and taste.

Flavor and how to brew

Naturally sweet, with notes of caramel and dried fruit. A few pitted dried jujubes simmered in water for 10 to 15 minutes make a mellow, comforting cup.

Where you'll find it

Jujube is in Renew (follicular phase). Shop the Cycle Syncing Tea Ritual Kit. Related reading: Red dates benefits for women's health: a cycle-supporting superfruit

Frequently asked questions

What does jujube tea taste like?

Naturally sweet, with notes of caramel and dried fruit.

Is jujube tea caffeine-free?

Yes. Jujube tea is made from a dried fruit and contains no caffeine. Every Inner Code blend is caffeine-free.

Which Inner Code tea has jujube?

Jujube is in Renew, our follicular phase tea.

If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a condition, check with your healthcare provider before adding herbal teas.

Source: [1] Liu SJ, Lv YP, Tang ZS, Zhang Y, Xu HB. Ziziphus jujuba Mill., a plant used as medicinal food: a review of its phytochemistry, pharmacology, quality control and future research. Phytochemistry Reviews, 2021. https://link.springer.com/doi/10.1007/s11101-020-09709-1