Dried Kumquat Slices 500g Jin Ju Gan Citrus Fruit Tea Slices for Hot Brew and Culinary Use

Dried Kumquat Slices, known in TCM as Jin Ju Gan (金桔干), are cut from the fruit of Citrus japonica (Fortunella). These thin dried fruit slices are a popular Chinese herbal and culinary ingredient, traditionally valued for their citrus aroma and gentle nature. In TCM theory, kumquat is associated with regulating qi and resolving phlegm. Enjoy them as a simple hot tea, or add them to drinks and dishes.

Key Selling Points

• Whole dried kumquat fruit cut into thin ready-to-brew slices
• Botanical source Citrus japonica, known in TCM as Jin Ju Gan (金桔干)
• Traditionally associated with regulating qi and easing chest discomfort in TCM theory
• Convenient 500g pack suitable for daily tea brewing and culinary use
• Sliced form releases citrus aroma quickly in hot water

Quality & Sensory

Slices typically show golden to amber-orange flesh with a slightly wrinkled, glossy surface. They carry a bright citrus aroma with a sweet-tart character. When steeped, the infusion typically tastes mildly sweet and tangy with a refreshing kumquat fragrance.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep slices in hot water for a simple citrus tea
• Add to herbal tea blends with chrysanthemum or rose
• Simmer in soups or sweet desserts for citrus flavor
• Use in culinary recipes and seasonal drinks

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, kumquat slices are commonly steeped alone or combined with herbs such as chen pi (aged tangerine peel) or hawthorn for a daily citrus tea. They are also added to congee, sweet soups, and winter beverages. Traditionally associated with soothing the throat and supporting comfortable digestion, they are a familiar household ingredient during cold and dry seasons.

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