Muicle Cut and Sifted 4 oz (Mexican Honeysuckle, Sangre de Cristo)

Muicle is a flowering shrub from Mexico and Central America, known to botanists as Justicia spicigera and to gardeners as Mexican honeysuckle for its bright orange tubular flowers. In Spanish it also goes by sangre de cristo, a name earned by what happens in the teapot. The muicle plant has been part of traditional Mexican households for centuries.

Brew the dried herb and the water turns a deep red that can shift toward purple, one of the most striking colors of any herbal tea. Te de muicle is caffeine free, with a mild, gently earthy flavor.

Each bag holds 4 oz of organic or wildcrafted muicle from Mexico, cut and sifted. Just the plant, nothing added.

What is actually in the bag
Cut and sifted muicle, which means leaf and stem together rather than leaf alone. Open it and you will see dark green leaf pieces mixed with pale straw and tan cut stem, some of it woody, which is exactly what the photograph on this page shows. That is normal for this herb and it is where a good deal of the color comes from.

How to make muicle tea
Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of cut muicle to 8 fl oz of boiling water. Cover and steep for 10 to 15 minutes, until the water turns deep red. Strain and enjoy hot, or chill it for iced te de muicle. Give it the full time. The color is the point of this tea and it does not arrive in five minutes.

The other way it is used
Beyond the tea, the label lists muicle tincture.

How to store it
Tightly closed in a dry place at room temperature, 59 to 86°F (15 to 30°C), as printed on the bag.

Frequently asked questions

What is muicle, and what is it in English?
Muicle is a flowering shrub from Mexico and Central America, Justicia spicigera. In English it is called Mexican honeysuckle, and in Spanish it also goes by sangre de cristo.

How do you make muicle tea?
Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of cut and sifted muicle to 8 fl oz of boiling water. Cover and steep 10 to 15 minutes, then strain. Enjoy hot or chilled.

Is this the plant, or dried herb for tea?
Dried herb. This is a 4 oz bag of cut and sifted muicle for brewing, not a live shrub and not seeds or cuttings. If you are looking to grow muicle in the garden, a plant nursery is the place rather than here.

Is it leaves only?
No, and it is worth knowing before you open it. Cut and sifted muicle is leaf and stem together. The photograph on this page is the actual contents.

Why does muicle tea turn red or purple?
The dried herb releases a deep red color that can shift toward purple as it steeps. That striking color is where the Spanish name sangre de cristo comes from.

What does muicle tea taste like?
Mild and gently earthy, with almost no bitterness. It is an easy, smooth cup.

Does muicle tea have caffeine?
No. Muicle is naturally caffeine free.

Where can I buy muicle?
Here. This is 4 oz of organic or wildcrafted cut and sifted muicle from Mexico, one ingredient. Orders leave in 1 to 2 business days, and we ship worldwide with duty pre paid for most countries. The rest of the range is in loose leaf herbs and teas.

¿Qué es el muicle?
El muicle es un arbusto de México y Centroamérica (Justicia spicigera), también llamado sangre de cristo y, en inglés, Mexican honeysuckle. Se prepara como té, que toma un color rojo intenso. Nuestra bolsa trae 4 oz de muicle orgánico o silvestre de México, cortado, hoja y tallo, un solo ingrediente, sin cafeína. Agregue de 1 a 2 cucharaditas a 8 fl oz de agua hirviendo, tape y deje reposar de 10 a 15 minutos.

PRECAUTIONS

• Not for use during pregnancy or nursing.
• Not recommended for anyone under 18.
• Individuals with known medical conditions should consult a physician before use.
• Keep out of reach of children.

DIRECTIONS:

To make muicle tea, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of cut muicle to 8 fl oz of boiling water. Cover and steep for 10 to 15 minutes, until the water turns deep red. Remove from heat, strain, then enjoy hot or chilled. Muicle is also traditionally prepared as a tincture.

Store tightly closed in a dry place at room temperature, 59 to 86°F (15 to 30°C).

• Processing Time: Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days.
• Refunds: 100% satisfaction guarantee. Contact within 30 days of receipt, return unused portions at your expense, and receive a full refund upon receipt.
• Customs Duty Tax: Pre-paid and covered for most countries.