Jiaogulan Rose Green Tea

Why people make this tea

There is an old folk saying: “In the north there is Changbai ginseng, in the south there is jiaogulan” — meaning people have long regarded it as a humble cousin of ginseng. Steeped together with rose buds and green tea, this is the kind of cup Nourilo reaches for after a long day staring at a computer, when the body feels worn and the mind feels wound a little too tight.

Method

1. Place all ingredients in a teapot.
2. Rinse once with boiling water and pour it off.
3. Pour in fresh boiling water, cover, and let steep for 5 minutes before drinking.

Nourilo’s Tips

Folk wisdom pairs jiaogulan with ginseng for good reason — both are traditionally turned to for tiredness, restful sleep, and clear-headedness. Drinking this about three times a week is plenty. Look for the good-quality leaf that curls up like green tea rather than the twiggy “stem-and-leaf” grade. Note: it is not recommended during pregnancy.