Premium Dried Hibiscus Flowers - Natural Red Petals

🌺 WHERE YOUR HIBISCUS FLOWERS COME FROM

Our premium dried hibiscus flowers (Hibiscus sabdariffa) are sourced directly from single-estate organic farms in Nicaragua's volcanic highlands, specifically the León and Chinandega regions at 200-800 meter elevation. These deep crimson calyces are hand-harvested at peak maturity when their natural tartness and vibrant color are most concentrated, then carefully dried using traditional solar methods to preserve maximum nutrients and flavor intensity.

Specific Source Locations:

• León Province: 300-600 meter elevation, volcanic ash soil with excellent drainage
• Chinandega Plains: 200-400 meter elevation, mineral-rich alluvial soil
• Farm Size: 2-5 hectare family operations specializing in medicinal plants
• Variety: Hibiscus sabdariffa (Red Sorrel/Roselle variety) - Traditional heirloom seeds
• Growing Season: Planted April-May, harvested November-January

💰 COMPLETE PRICING TRANSPARENCY

Here's exactly how your $14.00 breaks down:

Nicaragua Local Farm Price: $3.50/lb
(Local market: $1.20-1.60/kg = $0.54-0.73/lb fresh calyces)
(Premium processing adds $2.77-2.96/lb for sorting, drying, quality control)

Traditional Processing: $2.00/lb
(Hand-harvesting, solar drying, sorting, cleaning, quality control)

Local Transportation: $0.50/lb
(Farm to processing facility to export warehouse)

Export Documentation: $1.00/lb
(Permits, certificates, quality testing, customs paperwork)

International Shipping: $3.00/lb
(Sea freight Nicaragua to USA - bulk container shipping)

Import & Customs: $1.50/lb
(US customs fees, broker fees, domestic handling)

Our Service Fee: $2.50/lb
(18% margin covering direct-trade operations, quality assurance, customer service)

YOUR PRICE: $14.00/lb

🎯 WHY THIS PRICING IS FAIR

Global Market Context:

• Commodity dried hibiscus: $3.00-8.00/lb (2024 global wholesale range)
• Premium organic hibiscus: $14.00-18.00/lb retail market
• Single-estate premium flowers: $18.00-25.00/lb specialty retail
• Our direct-trade price: $14.00/lb (premium quality at competitive pricing)

What Makes Ours Superior:

• Traditional heirloom varieties (generations-old seed lines)
• Single-estate volcanic terroir (unique mineral profile affects potency)
• Direct-trade pricing (you pay Nicaragua local price + minimal service fee)
• Hand-harvested at peak maturity (maximum anthocyanin content)
• Traditional solar drying (preserves nutrients vs industrial dehydration)
• Bulk discounts available (volume pricing for larger orders)

🌱 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

🔬 QUALITY ASSURANCE PROCESS

At Source (Nicaragua):

1. Harvest timing: Only fully mature, deep red calyces selected
2. Hand-harvesting: Careful picking to preserve whole calyx structure
3. Initial cleaning: Remove stems, leaves, and damaged material
4. Solar drying: 5-7 days on raised mesh platforms with daily turning
5. Final sorting: Remove any discolored or broken pieces
6. Moisture testing: Verify <8% moisture content for shelf stability

Pre-Export Quality Control: ✓ Visual inspection for color uniformity and whole calyx integrity ✓ Moisture content verification (<8%) ✓ Anthocyanin content analysis (natural color compounds) ✓ Microbiological testing (E.coli, Salmonella, total plate count) ✓ Heavy metals screening (lead, cadmium, mercury) ✓ Pesticide residue analysis (should be zero - organic practices)

💚 THE FARMER STORY

Meet Our Partner Farms:

• Finca Flor Roja (León): 3rd generation using traditional heirloom seeds
• Cooperativa Hibisco Nicaragua: 12 families, organic practices since 2018
• Hacienda Volcán Verde (Chinandega): Single-estate, volcanic soil specialization

Our Direct-Trade Impact:

• Farmers receive $3.50/lb (vs $0.54-0.73/lb local commodity price)
• 5-6x premium over local market rates
• You pay essentially Nicaragua local price + our minimal service fee
• Guaranteed contracts providing income security for specialty crop investment
• Technical training in organic cultivation and post-harvest handling

🌺 FLAVOR PROFILE & CHARACTERISTICS

Tasting Notes:

• Primary: Tart, cranberry-like acidity with floral undertones
• Secondary: Subtle tropical fruit notes (pomegranate hints)
• Tertiary: Clean, refreshing finish with natural astringency
• Color: Deep ruby red when brewed, vibrant and intense
• Aroma: Fresh, floral bouquet with slight tartness

Volcanic Terroir Advantage:

• Enhanced color intensity: Volcanic minerals create deeper red pigments
• Concentrated tartness: Mineral-rich soil concentrates natural acids
• Higher antioxidant content: Volcanic stress increases beneficial compounds

🏭 USAGE & APPLICATIONS

Perfect For:

• Beverage manufacturers: Premium herbal teas, iced tea blends, functional drinks
• Health food brands: Antioxidant supplements, superfood blends
• Restaurant & foodservice: Artisan cocktails, mocktails, signature beverages
• Private label tea companies: Single-origin herbal teas, premium blends
• Bulk buyers: Food manufacturers needing consistent supply at fair pricing
• Supplement companies: Natural vitamin C source, blood pressure support

Processing Applications:

• Hot tea brewing: 1-2 tsp per cup, steep 5-7 minutes
• Cold brew concentrate: Extended steeping for intense flavor and color
• Natural food coloring: Safe, natural red colorant for foods
• Extract production: Base material for concentrated hibiscus extracts

📦 SHIPPING & BULK PRICING

Sample Orders (1 lb only):

• Total Cost: $29.00 ($14.00 product + $15.00 USPS air shipping with tracking)
• Delivery: 5-8 business days via USPS Priority Mail International

Bulk Pricing Structure:

• 5-24 lbs: $12.00/lb + $7.00/lb air freight = $19.00/lb delivered
• 25-99 lbs: $10.00/lb + $3.00/lb sea freight = $13.00/lb delivered
• 100-499 lbs: $8.50/lb + $3.00/lb sea freight = $11.50/lb delivered
• 500+ lbs: $7.50/lb + $3.00/lb sea freight = $10.50/lb delivered

Standard Packaging: Food-grade bags with UV protection to preserve color Custom Packaging: Available for 25+ lb orders Shelf Life: 24+ months in proper storage Storage: Cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, protect from moisture

🚀 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Your Profit Potential:

• Wholesale to tea companies: $18-25/lb (29-79% markup from bulk prices)
• Health food retail: $20-30/lb (43-130% markup)
• Beverage manufacturers: $16-22/lb (23-69% markup)
• Premium foodservice: $22-32/lb (57-178% markup)

Market Trends Supporting Growth:

• Herbal tea market growing 12% annually
• Consumer demand for single-origin, traceable botanicals
• Functional beverage market expanding rapidly
• Natural food coloring demand increasing due to clean label trends

🎯 COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES

What You Can't Get Elsewhere:

1. Volcanic highland terroir creating unique mineral complexity and color intensity
2. Direct-trade pricing eliminating multiple middleman markups
3. Hand-harvested at peak maturity ensuring maximum potency
4. Traditional solar drying preserving maximum nutrients
5. Single-estate traceability from specific volcanic highland farms
6. Bulk availability with volume discounts for consistent supply

🔬 TECHNICAL DATA FOR MANUFACTURERS

Flower Analysis:

• Anthocyanin content: 1.5-2.5% (natural antioxidants and color)
• Vitamin C content: 12-18mg/100g (natural ascorbic acid)
• Organic acids: 15-25% (primarily hibiscus acid, citric acid)
• Water activity: <0.6 (shelf-stable)

Nutritional Profile (per 100g dried):

• Calories: 49
• Protein: 1.9g
• Calcium: 1,263mg (126% DV)
• Iron: 8.6mg (48% DV)
• Vitamin C: 18.4mg (20% DV)

📞 READY TO SOURCE PREMIUM HIBISCUS?

NICA SALE - Premium Nicaragua Natural Products

📱 WhatsApp: +505 5707-7624
📧 Email: info@nicasale.com
🌐 Website: www.nicasale.com

Sample Available: 1 lb trial order for $29.00 total (includes $15 express USPS shipping with tracking)

🤝 OUR COMMITMENT TO FAIR PRICING

This transparent pricing model means you get superior single-estate hibiscus at competitive market prices. We focus on direct relationships with farmers and minimal markups to deliver exceptional quality at fair prices with bulk discounts available.

Questions about bulk pricing, quality specifications, or supply contracts? Contact us directly to discuss volume discounts and establish consistent supply relationships.

Ready to source premium hibiscus with bulk discounts and direct-trade transparency? Contact us today for samples and volume pricing.