The Feasibility of Gambier Leaf Tea with the Addition of Red Ginger as An Anti-Aging Functional Drink

Free radicals can cause various diseases such as cancer, diabetes, cataracts and premature aging. For that the human body needs antioxidants. Antioxidants be obtained from plant parts, fruits, vegetables. Gambier leaves contain catechins which are flavonoid compounds useful Ginger in addition contains Vitamin A, B6, C, so on also In addition, ginger add aroma taste to drinks. The method is an experiment with quantitative analysis. purpose determine feasibility of gambir leaf tea red anti-aging functional drink terms antioxidant activity (laboratory test), aroma, color, (organoleptic panelists' preference level test (hedonic test). This type research experimental Data collection techniques observation documentation. formulation used was gambier 2.5:1 (X1), 2.5:1.5 (X2), 2.5:2 (X3). results showed best With a distinctive warm taste, dark brown favored by panelists. 2354,8155 ppm. Thus, suitable for use drink.