Cinnamon Powder Rou Gui 500g Fine Ground Chinese Herbal Powder for Tea Baking and Decoction Use

Cinnamon Powder, known in TCM as Rou Gui (肉桂), is a finely ground powder prepared from the dried bark of Cinnamomum cassia. In TCM theory, cinnamon is considered hot in nature with pungent and sweet flavors, traditionally associated with warming the body. This aromatic powder is commonly used in herbal teas, decoctions, and culinary recipes. Store at room temperature in a dry place.

Key Selling Points

• Finely ground cinnamon bark powder with a strong, warm aroma and smooth texture
• Botanical source is Cinnamomum cassia, a classic TCM warming herb
• Known in TCM as Rou Gui (肉桂), traditionally valued for its warming properties
• Custom grinding service available; can be combined with other herbal powders on request
• 500g pack suitable for daily tea, cooking, and herbal decoction preparation

Quality & Sensory

The powder is typically reddish-brown with a fine, smooth consistency. It carries a strong, sweet-spicy cinnamon aroma, and when brewed or added to warm liquids it typically delivers a pungent, sweet, and warming taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Stir into warm water or herbal tea blends
• Add to congee, soups, or decoctions during cooking
• Use in baking and culinary recipes for warm spice flavor
• Blend with other herbal powders for customized formulas

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, Rou Gui is a widely used warming herb, often added to decoctions and formulas alongside herbs such as dried ginger or prepared aconite in classic pairings. It is also a familiar kitchen spice in Chinese cooking, used in braised dishes, stews, and seasonal winter foods for its aromatic warmth.

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