{"product_id":"acerola-cherry","title":"Loose Acerola Cherry","description":"\u003ch3\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMalpighia emarginata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Herb\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcerola cherry is a small, bright red fruit native to the tropical Americas, prized for its naturally tart flavor. The dried fruit has long been enjoyed in beverages and traditional preparations throughout the Caribbean and South America.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Historical Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndigenous peoples of the Caribbean and Central America traditionally enjoyed acerola as a refreshing fruit and in cooling drinks. It later became a staple of folk preparations across tropical regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMay Support*\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral wellness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily vitality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeasonal wellness routines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive lifestyles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePreparation Ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruity herbal tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoothie addition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInfused water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlended with hibiscus for a tart iced tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTart, fruity, and bright with a cherry-like tang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInteresting Herbal Trivia\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDespite the name, acerola isn't a true cherry at all — it belongs to the Malpighiaceae family and is also known as the Barbados cherry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat does Acerola Cherry taste like?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcerola cherry brews into a tart, fruity cup with a bright, cherry-like tang. Its lively sourness makes it a natural partner for sweeter fruits and honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow is Acerola Cherry traditionally prepared?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dried fruit is most often steeped as a fruity herbal tea or simmered briefly for a fuller infusion. It is also blended into smoothies, infused waters, and refreshing iced teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan Acerola Cherry be blended with other herbs?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — acerola is wonderfully blend-friendly. It is often combined with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kehawellness.com\/products\/hibiscus-flowers\"\u003eHibiscus Flowers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kehawellness.com\/products\/rosehips\"\u003eRosehips\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kehawellness.com\/products\/orange-peel\"\u003eOrange Peel\u003c\/a\u003e in tart, fruity tea traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kehawellness.com\/products\/hibiscus-flowers\"\u003eHibiscus Flowers\u003c\/a\u003e — tart crimson petals that deepen acerola's fruity brightness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kehawellness.com\/products\/rosehips\"\u003eRosehips\u003c\/a\u003e — a fellow tangy red fruit beloved in fruity infusions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kehawellness.com\/products\/orange-peel\"\u003eOrange Peel\u003c\/a\u003e — citrus zest that rounds out acerola's tang\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kehawellness.com\/products\/lemongrass\"\u003eLemongrass\u003c\/a\u003e — lemony brightness for a refreshing tropical cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Herbs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kehawellness.com\/products\/elderberry\"\u003eElderberry\u003c\/a\u003e — a dark, fruity berry from European folk tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kehawellness.com\/products\/amla\"\u003eAmla\u003c\/a\u003e — a tart fruit treasured in Ayurvedic tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kehawellness.com\/products\/hawthorn-berries\"\u003eHawthorn Berries\u003c\/a\u003e — tangy red berries long enjoyed in European folk preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kehawellness.com\/products\/dried-apple\"\u003eDried Apple\u003c\/a\u003e — a sweet orchard classic for fruity tea blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003eBotanical image: Forest and Kim Starr, CC BY 3.0 US, via Wikimedia Commons (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\/us\/\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003ehttps:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\/us\/\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keha Wellness","offers":[{"title":"1oz","offer_id":48274491670763,"sku":"KEHA-LH-ACEROLAC-1OZ","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2oz","offer_id":48274491703531,"sku":"KEHA-LH-ACEROLAC-2OZ","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4oz","offer_id":48274491736299,"sku":"KEHA-LH-ACEROLAC-4OZ","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8oz","offer_id":48274491769067,"sku":"KEHA-LH-ACEROLAC-8OZ","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16oz","offer_id":48274491801835,"sku":"KEHA-LH-ACEROLAC-16OZ","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/0917\/3995\/files\/Starr-090813-4191-Malpighia_emarginata-fruit-Kahului-Maui__2824675966850_29.jpg?v=1780626345","url":"https:\/\/kehawellness.com\/products\/acerola-cherry","provider":"Keha Wellness","version":"1.0","type":"link"}