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Freeze-Dried Green Kumquat (Citrus microcarpa) — Cold-Brew Fruit Tea Ingredient

Name: Freeze-Dried Green Kumquat (Citrus microcarpa) — Cold-Brew Fruit Tea Ingredient
SKU: C1688-657608029791
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Description

Freeze-Dried Green Kumquat (Citrus microcarpa) is the whole freeze-dried fruit of a small, aromatic citrus prized in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Qīng Jīn Jú (青金桔). Also known as Calamansi or Musk Lime, green kumquat has long been valued as a sour, refreshing food-herb used to awaken the appetite, regulate qi, and refresh the senses. Its nature is sour, sweet, and slightly cool, making it a bright yet gentle botanical for daily fruit-tea brewing and culinary use.

Freeze-Dried Green Kumquat (Citrus microcarpa) — Cold-Brew Fruit Tea Ingredient overview

Key Selling Points

Whole freeze-dried green kumquat fruit
Citrus microcarpa, food-herb botanical
Cold-brew and hot-infusion friendly
Bright citrus aroma and tart-sweet taste
500 g bulk loose format

Freeze-Dried Green Kumquat (Citrus microcarpa) — Cold-Brew Fruit Tea Ingredient key features

Quality & Sensory

Each batch is freeze-dried to preserve the fruit's vivid jade-green skin, rounded shape, and fresh citrus aroma. The texture is light and crisp, with a thin rind and tender interior. When cold-brewed or steeped in hot water, the fruit releases a bright, tart-sweet infusion with a clean citrus finish and a lingering floral note.

Freeze-Dried Green Kumquat (Citrus microcarpa) — Cold-Brew Fruit Tea Ingredient quality and texture

Technical Specifications

Product Type	Freeze-Dried Fruit
Common Name	Green Kumquat / Calamansi
Botanical Name	Citrus microcarpa
Origin	Anhui, China
Processing	Freeze-Dried
Net Weight	500 g

Freeze-Dried Green Kumquat (Citrus microcarpa) — Cold-Brew Fruit Tea Ingredient specifications

Usage Scenarios

Cold-brew fruit tea
Hot herbal infusion
Blended citrus tea with lemon or passion fruit
Culinary garnish and flavoring
Daily refreshing beverage base

Freeze-Dried Green Kumquat (Citrus microcarpa) — Cold-Brew Fruit Tea Ingredient in use

Traditional Uses

In folk herbal practice, green kumquat is used as a sour, qi-regulating food-herb that refreshes the senses and supports digestion. It is commonly brewed alone as a tart daily tea, or combined with lemon, passion fruit, and honey in cold-brew fruit infusions. In southern Chinese kitchens, it is also added to soups and sauces to brighten flavor and cut richness.

Freeze-Dried Green Kumquat (Citrus microcarpa) — Cold-Brew Fruit Tea Ingredient preparation

FAQ Q&A

Q: What is freeze-dried green kumquat?

A: It is the whole fruit of Citrus microcarpa, also called calamansi or musk lime, preserved through freeze-drying to retain its color, aroma, and tart-sweet flavor.

Q: What is the traditional wellness value of green kumquat?

A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, green kumquat is associated with regulating qi, awakening the appetite, and refreshing the senses. It is used as a sour, cooling food-herb in daily teas and culinary preparations.

Q: How do I use freeze-dried green kumquat?

A: Add a few fruits to cold or hot water for a fruit tea, or blend with lemon, passion fruit, and honey. It can also be used as a culinary garnish or flavoring. Adjust the quantity to your taste.