Edible Bird’s Nest Yan Wo White Swiftlet Cup 5A Grade Hand-Picked Sialic Acid Rich Nourishing Gift Box

Edible Bird's Nest, known in TCM as Yan Wo (燕窝), is the saliva nest of the edible-nest swiftlet (Aerodramus fuciphagus), harvested as whole white nest cups (guan yan). Each cup is hand-cleaned to remove fine feathers, retaining natural strands rich in sialic acid. In TCM theory it is considered neutral in nature and sweet in flavor, traditionally associated with nourishing yin and moistening the lungs. Commonly double-steamed with rock sugar or added to soups and congee as a gentle daily tonic for adults and the elderly.

Key Selling Points

• Whole white bird's nest cups (guan yan) from edible-nest swiftlets, hand-picked and feather-free
• Naturally rich in sialic acid, a valued component in traditional Chinese nourishment
• In TCM theory sweet and neutral, traditionally associated with nourishing yin and moistening the lungs
• Premium 5A large dense cups supplied in a 50g or 100g gift box
• Versatile for double steaming, sweet soups, congee, and festive gifting

Quality & Sensory

Typically ivory white to pale cream with layered strand texture and a light marine aroma. When double steamed, it typically swells into soft translucent strands with a smooth, delicate, slightly gelatinous mouthfeel and a mild, clean taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Double steamed with rock sugar as a traditional nourishing dessert
• Simmered into congee or sweet soups for elderly family members
• Added to herbal soups during postpartum or convalescent nourishment
• Prepared as a festive gift box for seasonal gifting

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, bird's nest is soaked until soft, cleaned of any impurities, then double steamed alone or with rock sugar, red dates, goji berries, or milk. It is traditionally associated with nourishing yin, moistening the lungs, and supporting vitality, and is often served to elders or during recovery and confinement periods as a gentle tonic food.

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