Reed Root Ophiopogon Dendrobium Tea

Why people make this tea

Nourilo remembers brewing gentle teas like this for his grandchildren when they were small. After a child’s cold or fever has broken but they still feel a bit “heaty” — dry mouth, sweating, thirst, poor appetite — reed root with ophiopogon and dendrobium is a soothing way to settle that lingering heat and bring back some comfort. It’s light, naturally a little sweet, and easy for children to drink.

Method

1. Wash the ingredients. Cut the fresh dendrobium into segments.
2. Place everything into a pot with 1.5 L of water.
3. Simmer for about 30 minutes until reduced to 600 ml. Serve over the day in divided portions.

Nourilo’s Tips

If you can’t find fresh dendrobium, use 11 g of the dried form. This tea is traditionally said to cool the lungs and encourage saliva, and is also helpful for those sweating heavily in the great heat, with a dry mouth, thirst and tiredness.