Tai Ju Chrysanthemum Tea 500g Dried Hang Bai Ju Buds Traditional Herbal Flower Tea

Tai Ju Chrysanthemum Tea, known in TCM as Tai Ju (胎菊), consists of unopened flower buds of Chrysanthemum morifolium, the same botanical source as Hang Bai Ju (杭白菊) cultivated in Zhejiang. In TCM theory, chrysanthemum is considered cool in nature with a sweet and slightly bitter flavor, traditionally associated with the liver and lung channels. These dried buds are a classic ingredient for daily herbal infusions and are commonly enjoyed as a gentle floral tea.

Key Selling Points

• Premium Tai Ju chrysanthemum buds, the young unopened form of Hang Bai Ju
• Botanical source Chrysanthemum morifolium, a well-established TCM flower herb
• Sourced from Zhejiang, a traditional region for Hang Bai Ju chrysanthemum
• Dried whole buds suitable for hot infusion or blending with other herbs
• 500g bulk pack with an 18-month shelf life for regular tea preparation

Quality & Sensory

The dried buds typically appear golden yellow with tightly closed florets and a delicate, sweet floral aroma. When steeped in hot water, they typically release a pale golden liquor with a mild honeyed fragrance and a smooth, lightly sweet taste followed by a subtle bitter note.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a standalone hot herbal tea
• Blend with goji berries or rock sugar for a traditional floral infusion
• Combine with other TCM herbs in daily wellness teas
• Serve chilled as a refreshing summer floral drink

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, chrysanthemum flowers have long been steeped as a daily infusion, often paired with goji berries, honeysuckle, or rock sugar. Tai Ju buds are traditionally valued for their delicate flavor and are a common choice for warm-weather drinking, office tea breaks, and gentle herbal blends shared among family and guests.

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