When to drink sweet wormwood (Artemisia annua) tea

When to drink Artemisia annua tea: morning, daytime or evening?

Artemisia annua L., or sweet wormwood, has been part of traditional Chinese pharmacopoeia for centuries. Today it is mostly drunk as an infusion, a gentle way of preparing the plant. The question is less whether to drink it than how to fit it into your day: in the morning, between meals or in the evening? This guide answers that question and explains how to prepare each cup.

Preparing the infusion

Composition

• 100% Artemisia annua: each tea bag contains only leaves and stems of sweet wormwood, with no flavouring or preservative.
• Cultivation: grown without pesticides or herbicides.
• Dose: 2.5 g per tea bag; 60 tea bags per pack.
• Origin: China, the plant's region of origin.

Step by step

1. Heat the water to about 85-90 °C, without letting it boil hard.
2. Place one tea bag in your cup and pour the hot water over it.
3. Leave to infuse for 7 to 10 minutes. The taste is herbaceous with a slight bitterness.
4. Remove the tea bag and drink while warm.

The right moment for your cup

There is no single answer: the best time depends on your habits. Here are the most common options.

In the morning on an empty stomach

Drink your cup 20 to 30 minutes before breakfast. It is a simple way to start the day with a calm moment. The natural bitterness of Artemisia is traditionally associated with preparing the digestion before meals.

Between meals

Mid-morning or mid-afternoon, away from meals. Spreading two cups over the day (one in the morning, one in the afternoon) is a convenient routine, and the tea can replace a sugary drink.

In the evening

About an hour before bedtime, a warm cup can be part of an evening routine to wind down. Some people appreciate it after dinner for a feeling of digestive comfort.

As a seasonal course

Many people take the tea as a course at the change of seasons, in spring and autumn: 1 to 2 cups a day for 3 to 4 weeks, then a break.

How long does a pack last?

• 1 cup a day: 60 days with one pack of 60 tea bags.
• 2 cups a day: 30 days with one pack, 90 days with the set of 3 packs (180 tea bags).

Precautions

• Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women or for children.
• If you take medication or have a health condition, ask your doctor or pharmacist before use.
• May cause allergic reactions in people sensitive to plants of the Asteraceae family.
• Do not exceed the recommended amount. A herbal tea does not replace a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.

Other Artemisia formats

• Artemisia annua 95% + 5% ferrine capsules – 100 x 500 mg: practical when you are on the move, no preparation needed.
• Set of 3 boxes of Artemisia annua + ferrine capsules (300 x 500 mg): the same blend as the single box (95% sweet wormwood, 5% ferrine), for a longer course without any preparation.
• Set of 3 packs of herbal tea (180 tea bags): for longer courses.
• The whole Artemisia annua range and our soursop (graviola) range.

Customer reviews

Chloé D. – Yoga enthusiast

"I've added Artemisia tea to my morning ritual, just before my yoga session. I drink it on an empty stomach and I feel an incredible clarity and energy to start the day. The taste is unusual but you get used to it quickly, it's the taste of authenticity! The quality is flawless."

Marc L. – Active young retiree

"I do courses at the change of seasons, in spring and autumn. One cup in the morning and one in the afternoon. I feel that my body is better prepared, more resilient. These tea bags are very practical and the product is very pure. I feel full of vitality."

Sophie T. – Mother

"In the evening, after a busy day, this herbal tea is my little moment of calm. I drink it an hour before going to sleep. I get a feeling of digestive well-being and general relaxation that helps me have a peaceful night. A product I recommend to all my friends."

Julien B. – Nature lover

"As a hiker, I look for natural solutions to support my body. I take the tea bags with me everywhere. Organic cultivation was an essential criterion for me, and I'm not disappointed. You can tell it's a top-quality product. I feel a real boost in my overall balance."

Frequently asked questions

Should Artemisia tea be drunk on an empty stomach?

It is not compulsory. Many people drink it in the morning, 20 to 30 minutes before breakfast, but it can also be drunk between meals or in the evening.

How many cups a day?

1 to 2 cups a day, with one tea bag per cup.

How long should a course last?

Usually 3 to 4 weeks, followed by a break.

Can I drink it in the evening?

Yes, about an hour before bedtime, as part of a relaxing evening routine.

This article is provided for information only and does not constitute medical advice.