Mint Leaf Tea (Mentha haplocalyx) — Dried Food-Herb Mint Granules for Brewing, 500g Bulk
Price range: $4.36 through $8.41
Description
Mint Leaf Tea (Mentha haplocalyx) is the dried leaf of a beloved food herb known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as Bò Hé (薄荷). Grown in Taihe, Anhui, and gently low-temperature slow-baked into coarse granules, this mint has been prized for centuries as a cooling, refreshing herb used to disperse wind-heat, clear the head, and brighten the senses. Its nature is pungent and cool, making it a light yet clarifying herb for soothing the Liver, easing the chest, and refreshing the spirit.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional cooling food herb (药食同源)
- Dried Mentha haplocalyx leaf granules
- Low-temperature slow-baked for aroma retention
- Grown in Taihe, Anhui — a renowned mint region
- 500g bulk loose-leaf for daily brewing
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is gently low-temperature slow-baked to preserve its deep green color, crisp coarse-granule texture, and bright, penetrating mint aroma. When brewed, the granules unfurl into a clear, pale golden-green infusion with a cool, refreshing taste — lightly sweet at first sip, followed by a clean, lingering menthol finish that lingers on the palate.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herbal Tea Granules |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Bo He (Mint Leaf) |
| Botanical Name | Mentha haplocalyx |
| Origin | Taihe, Anhui, China |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Low-Temperature Slow-Baked, Coarse Granules |
Usage Scenarios
- Daily hot or iced mint tea
- Blended with chrysanthemum or goji berry
- Cooling summer beverage
- Herbal tea base for floral blends
- Culinary garnish for desserts and drinks
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Bo He is brewed as a light daily tea to refresh the mind and cool the body during warm seasons. It is commonly paired with chrysanthemum, honeysuckle, or mulberry leaf in summer tea blends, and added to congee or cooling soups for a bright, aromatic lift. In TCM tradition, it is also used in gentle decoctions to disperse wind-heat and ease the head and throat.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Mint Leaf Tea (Bo He)?
A: Bo He is the common Chinese name for dried leaves of Mentha haplocalyx, a traditional food herb used in teas and cooling blends. This product is offered as coarse granules for convenient brewing.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Bo He?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Bo He is associated with dispersing wind-heat, clearing the head, and refreshing the spirit. It is often brewed as a light daily tea, especially in warm seasons.
Q: How do I brew dried mint leaf granules?
A: Add a small spoonful of granules to a cup, pour hot water over them, and steep for 3–5 minutes. Adjust the amount to your taste preference. Store refrigerated after opening to preserve aroma.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | A mint leaves green color, Type B mint leaves general color, Spearmint multiple stems purchase with caution if this is a concern, Lemon mint multiple stems purchase with caution if this is a concern, Mint grain tea, Mint tea 75g bottle, mint powder, Chopped mint fine, Chopped mint coarse |
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