Tea in Turkey the rim, in order to save the drinker's fingertips from being burned, as the tea is served boiling hot. In Turkey, herbal teas are generally used as herbal medication. They are mostly popular with foreign tourists with apple ('), rose hip ('), and linden flower (') being the most consumed flavors. Sage tea (', literally 'island tea') is most popular in the Mediterranean coastal region. In Turkey, herbal teas destined for the treatment of most ailments can be found in local herbal shops, called "". Dried herbal leaves, petals, shoots, etc. are sold in loose-leaf according to each customer's need
Tubho tea which have already wilted and dried while still on the plant. They are preferred because they are less bitter. The dried fronds are boiled in water until the water turns dark brown. The leaves are then removed and it is served hot. The leaves may be reused, as long as they still turn the water dark brown when boiled. The tea is traditionally sweetened with brown sugar. However, it can also be consumed similar to other teas, like with cream, honey, or lemon. Some modern versions serve it iced. The taste of the tea is described as slightly bitter and