Although many may think of this tea being sweet, it actually features  the leaf of papaya and not the fruit itself. This tea features a more rather somewhat nutty flavor than sweet. The papaya plant's leaves are also useful, especially to create a tummy-soothing herbal tea.Steep carefully, as too long a dunk and the tea will turn bitter. For optimal taste pleasure, enjoy Papaya Leaf Tea with a touch of the sweetener you like best.