Dried Kumquat Slices Jin Ju Gan 500g Loose Fruit Tea for Hot or Iced Brewing

Dried Kumquat Slices, known in TCM as Jin Ju Gan (金桔干), are prepared from the fruit of Citrus japonica (syn. Fortunella margarita). These sun-dried slices retain the peel and pulp, offering a naturally sweet-tart citrus character. In TCM theory, kumquat is associated with regulating qi and resolving phlegm. Enjoy as a fruit tea, infused in warm water, or added to culinary recipes.

Key Selling Points

• Whole-fruit kumquat slices with peel and pulp intact
• Botanical source Citrus japonica, traditionally called Jin Ju Gan
• Sun-dried processing preserves natural citrus aroma and flavor
• Traditionally associated with regulating qi and easing the chest in TCM
• Versatile for fruit tea, warm infusions, and culinary use

Quality & Sensory

Typically golden to amber-orange slices with a slightly wrinkled, leathery texture. The aroma is bright and citrusy with a sweet peel note. Brewed slices yield a light golden infusion with a sweet-tart, mildly zesty taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep in hot water as a soothing citrus fruit tea
• Combine with chrysanthemum or rose for blended floral-fruit infusions
• Add to iced teas and summer coolers
• Use in desserts, syrups, and baked goods

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, kumquat is valued for its aromatic peel and is traditionally used to support comfortable digestion and soothe the throat. Slices are commonly simmered with rock sugar into a syrupy tea or steeped alone. They pair well with hawthorn, tangerine peel, or honey in seasonal wellness drinks.

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