Astragalus Red Date Roasted Barley Tea

Why people make this tea

Summer heat drains the body. Even without physical exertion, hot and humid weather can cause heavy sweating, fatigue, and a general sense of depletion — particularly in children and older adults whose reserves are thinner. This three-ingredient tea addresses this pattern directly: roasted barley provides gentle, grain-based nourishment with a warm, slightly nutty aroma and no caffeine or tannins, making it soothing rather than stimulating. Astragalus root adds its well-known qi-tonifying and surface-consolidating properties, helping the body retain its fluids rather than losing them through excessive perspiration. Red date, in its sliced form to release flavour quickly, contributes natural sweetness and blood-building support. Together the three make a drink that is fragrant, pleasant, easy to prepare, and genuinely restorative — an ideal companion at the office, at the park, or anywhere the summer heat is challenging.

Method

1. Rinse all ingredients briefly.
2. Place the astragalus, red date slices, and roasted barley into a small pot with 900 ml of water.
3. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes until 600 ml remain.
4. Strain and drink warm. The same ingredients can also be packed into a tea bag and steeped in boiling water for a convenient on-the-go version.

Nourilo’s Tips

Roasted barley (炒香大麦) is available at most large supermarkets — look for it near the cereals or health food section. This tea has a naturally sweet, toasty flavour that most people find very easy to drink. For an even more convenient version, place the ingredients into a reusable tea bag and bring it in a thermos to work or school — just pour boiling water over it and let it steep. Best enjoyed between meals rather than during.