Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea
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Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea

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Description

Dried Malt Barley Sprout, known in TCM as Mai Ya (麦芽), from Hordeum vulgare, is the dried germinated grain of barley. Traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels, it has a sweet flavor and mild nature in TCM theory. This dried grain product is commonly simmered in decoctions or steeped as a simple herbal tea. Store refrigerated and consult a qualified practitioner before regular use.

Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea overview
Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea overview

Key Selling Points

  • Dried germinated barley grain prepared by a drying process
  • Botanical source Hordeum vulgare with Chinese name Mai Ya 麦芽
  • Traditionally used in TCM to support digestive wellness
  • Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, and congee recipes
  • Supplied as a 500g bag of food-grade dried grain
Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea key features
Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea key features

Quality & Sensory

Typically pale yellow to light brown grains with a slightly shriveled, sprouted appearance and a mild cereal-like aroma. When simmered or steeped, the liquid usually carries a gentle, grainy sweetness.

Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea quality and texture
Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type Dried Chinese herb
Chinese Name 麦芽
Pinyin Mai Ya
Botanical Name Hordeum vulgare
Plant Part Germinated grain
Net Weight 500g
Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea specifications
Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea specifications

Usage Scenarios

  • Simmered into traditional herbal decoctions
  • Steeped as a mild grain-based herbal tea
  • Added to congee or grain porridge recipes
  • Used in seasonal culinary and soup preparations
Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea in use
Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea in use

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, Mai Ya is traditionally used to aid digestion of starchy foods and to harmonize the middle burner. It is often paired with Shan Zha and Shen Qu in classic digestive formulas, or simmered alone as a light daily tea. Fried or charred variants are traditionally chosen when stronger digestive support is desired.

Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea preparation
Dried Malt Barley Sprout Mai Ya 500g Traditional Chinese Herb for Decoction and Herbal Tea preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is this product?

A: It is dried germinated barley grain, known in TCM as Mai Ya (麦芽), from Hordeum vulgare.

Q: What is it traditionally used for?

A: In TCM theory it is traditionally associated with the spleen and stomach channels and used to support healthy digestion.

Q: How is it commonly prepared?

A: It is typically simmered in decoctions, steeped as a tea, or cooked into congee.

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Malt 500g, Malt 250g, Malt 50g

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