Hibiscus (Hibiscus sabdariffa) is grown in the dry savannas of northern Togo for its fleshy red calyces, the part that surrounds the seed pod after the flower falls. Dried in the sun, they become the base of one of West Africa’s favourite drinks: bissap (also called sobolo in Ghana and zobo in Nigeria), a deep-red, tangy drink often flavoured with ginger and mint. In Canada, the same calyces are used for hibiscus tea, iced tea, syrups and cocktails.
Our calyces are hand-harvested, sun-dried, cleaned and sorted to remove stems and foreign matter, giving a strong colour and a bright, cranberry-like flavour.
How we supply them:
- Packed in food-grade bags of 0.5 kg or 1 kg.
- Grouped by the carton (20 kg), sack (50 kg) or pallet (200 kg).
- Shelf-stable: stored dry, away from light, and shipped by sea freight in dry containers.
Every lot is traceable to its harvest area. Pair it with our ginger for a complete bissap offer.
We can send a sample if you want to check the quality first.
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Format | Carton 20 kg, Sack 50 kg, Pallet 200 kg |
| Origin | Togo |
| Product Format | Sack |
| Emballage | Box, Pallet, Sack |
| Approximate Unit Weight | 0.5–1 kg / pack |
| Minimum Order Quantity | 1 box |
| Availability | Available |
| Seasonality | Year-round, non-perishable |
| Storage Requirement | Dry, ambient |
| Temperature Requirement | Ambient / dry |
| Shipping Type | Sea freight |
| Commercial Grade | Export grade |
| Pack weight | 0.5kg(1.10 lbs), 1kg(2.20 lbs) |
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