Xinhui Aged Chenpi Dried Tangerine Peel 500g Bag Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Citrus Peel from Guangdong

Aged Chenpi (陈皮), the sun-dried and aged peel of Citrus reticulata, sourced from Xinhui in Guangdong. In TCM theory, chenpi is warm in nature with acrid and bitter flavors and is traditionally associated with the lung and spleen channels. This 500g bag of matured peel is suited for daily tea, decoctions, and culinary use.

Key Selling Points

• Authentic Xinhui chenpi from Jiangmen, a recognized core producing region in Guangdong
• Made from the aged peel of Citrus reticulata, a classic TCM botanical
• Naturally aged through traditional chenpi maturation processing
• Micro-red peel grade with matured color and aroma
• Versatile for tea brewing, soups, congee, and culinary seasoning

Quality & Sensory

The peel pieces typically show a deep reddish-brown outer surface with a lighter inner pith. The texture is dry and slightly brittle, and the aroma is typically warm, citrusy, and mellow with aged depth. When steeped, the liquor typically carries a gentle bitter-sweet citrus taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep a few pieces in hot water for a traditional citrus peel tea
• Add to soups and stews for mellow citrus aroma
• Simmer in congee or porridge for traditional flavor
• Use in braised dishes and culinary seasoning

Traditional Uses

In TCM practice, chenpi is traditionally used to regulate qi, dry dampness, and transform phlegm, and it is a common ingredient in classic formulas and daily decoctions. It is often paired with herbs such as banxia, fuling, and licorice root, and is widely added to soups, congee, and seasonal teas, especially in autumn and winter.

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