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Fresh Mulberry and Longan Tea

Traditionally used to nourish yin, calm the mind, and support restful sleep

By · Registered Nutritionist & TCM Practitioner

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min
Makes
900 ml
Sleep & CalmEnergy & VitalityBlood NourishmentEveryday Balance
Fresh Mulberry and Longan Tea

Why people make this tea

Fresh mulberries have a brief seasonal window each spring and early summer. In Chinese food therapy, they are considered one of the most valuable seasonal fruits for nourishing the blood and yin — the cooling, fluid-like vital substance that supports calm, deep sleep. The berries are associated in TCM with conditions linked to blood and yin deficiency: dizziness, poor sleep, premature greying of the hair, nervous exhaustion, and constipation from dry intestines.

Paired with longan flesh — a dried fruit with a long history in Cantonese tonic cooking — the combination becomes a warming, gently calming tea that settles the heart and supports the mind. Together they make a delicious, naturally sweet beverage that the whole family can enjoy during the season.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is this tea traditionally suited for?

This tea is traditionally favoured for those experiencing nervous exhaustion, poor sleep, or low energy, and is described as a delicious, naturally sweet beverage that the whole family can enjoy during the fresh mulberry season.

What do mulberries and longan each contribute to this tea?

In Chinese food therapy, fresh mulberries are commonly associated with nourishing the blood and yin. Dried longan flesh has a long history in Cantonese tonic cooking and is traditionally associated with settling the heart and supporting the mind. Together they form a warming, gently calming combination.

How much does one batch make, and how long does it take?

One batch makes approximately 900 ml, which is enough for 2 servings. Preparation takes about 5 minutes and simmering takes 20 minutes, for a total of around 25 minutes.

Should I eat the mulberries and longan, or just drink the liquid?

The recipe notes that eating the mulberries and longan together with the tea enhances the effect, and that the whole-fruit benefit is greater than the liquid alone.

Can I make this tea if fresh mulberries are out of season?

If fresh mulberries are unavailable, the recipe suggests substituting 19 g of dried mulberries instead.

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