Dried Osmanthus Flowers Gui Hua 8A Grade 500g Herbal Tea for Brewing and Culinary Use

Dried Osmanthus Flowers, known in TCM as Gui Hua (桂花), from Osmanthus fragrans. These golden dried blossoms are a classic Chinese floral tea ingredient, traditionally associated with warming the stomach, moistening the throat, and freshening breath in TCM theory. Naturally caffeine free and unsweetened, they are commonly steeped alone or blended with other herbs and used in desserts and beverages. Store in a cool, dry place away from strong odors.

Key Selling Points

• 8A grade dried osmanthus flowers selected for uniform golden blossoms
• Botanical source Osmanthus fragrans with flowers as the used part
• Traditional TCM floral tea valued for its sweet warming fragrance
• Naturally caffeine free and unsweetened for flexible daily use
• Suitable for tea brewing, wine infusion, baking, and dessert making

Quality & Sensory

Typically golden yellow to amber in color with small whole dried blossoms and a delicate texture. The aroma is characteristically sweet, fruity, and floral. When steeped, the infusion typically shows a light golden hue with a soft honeyed floral taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a standalone floral tea or blend with green or black tea
• Infuse in liquor for traditional osmanthus wine
• Add to desserts, cakes, jams, and sweet soups
• Brew with rock sugar or honey for a fragrant seasonal drink

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, osmanthus flowers are considered warm in nature with a pungent and sweet flavor, traditionally associated with the lung and stomach channels. They have long been used in Chinese households for fragrant teas, osmanthus wine, sweet osmanthus paste, and seasonal desserts, often paired with chrysanthemum, red dates, or longan in daily herbal drinks.

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