Herbal & Flower Teas
Salted Kumquat Tea
Traditionally clears heat and is associated with soothing a sore, hoarse throat
In short: Salted Kumquat Tea is a herbal & flower tea that Traditionally clears heat and is associated with soothing a sore, hoarse throat. It is most often made for respiratory & lung wellness, oral & throat comfort. Total time about 5 min. Key ingredients: boiling water.
Why people make this tea
This is about as simple as a wellness tea gets. Salted kumquats are a Hong Kong pantry staple, and Nourilo’s salted kumquat tea is traditionally said to clear heat, ease dryness, calm an inflamed throat and help bring the voice back. It is a go-to for a cold-related sore throat, hoarseness or cough — and it comes together in a couple of minutes.
Safety first — read before you cook
This is a traditional food, not a treatment. Please check with your doctor or pharmacist before making it a regular part of your diet if you:
- are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are cooking for a young child;
- take regular medicines — especially blood thinners, blood-pressure, diabetes or immune-suppressing drugs;
- have a kidney, liver or heart condition, or a known food allergy.
Stop eating it and seek advice if you notice an allergic reaction or feel unwell. Safety notes reviewed 8 October 2026 · How we write safety notes
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