Ku Ding Tea Small Leaf Tender Buds 40g Canister Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea

Ku Ding Tea, known in TCM as Ku Ding Cha (苦丁茶), is a small-leaf tender-bud herbal tea traditionally prepared from Ilex kudingcha leaves. This 40g canister contains sun-dried young buds with a naturally bold, lingering character. In TCM theory it is considered cooling in nature and is traditionally enjoyed as a daily herbal infusion. Store in a cool, dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Small-leaf Ku Ding tea made from tender young buds
• Botanical source Ilex kudingcha, a traditional Chinese herbal tea
• Sun-dried processing preserves the natural leaf character
• Traditionally associated with cooling properties in TCM theory
• Convenient 40g canister for daily herbal infusions

Quality & Sensory

The dried buds typically appear slender, dark green to deep brown, with a clean vegetal aroma. Brewed, the liquor is typically light yellow-green with a distinctly bitter initial taste that softens into a lingering sweet aftertaste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a standalone herbal tea infusion
• Blend with green tea for a milder daily drink
• Serve warm in cool seasons or chilled in summer
• Offer to guests as a traditional Chinese herbal beverage

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Ku Ding tea has long been consumed as a daily infusion, particularly in southern regions where it is valued for its pronounced bitter flavor followed by sweetness. It is traditionally steeped alone in hot water or combined with green tea, chrysanthemum, or other mild herbs. A small quantity is typically used per brewing due to its strong character.

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