Xinhui Chenpi Aged Tangerine Peel Tea 10 Year Sun Dried Citrus Peel 50g Tasting Pack

Aged Xinhui Chenpi (陈皮), the sun-dried peel of Citrus reticulata, is a treasured TCM herb from Guangdong's Xinhui core growing region. This 10-year aged tangerine peel is naturally sun-dried and slowly matured in dry storage. In TCM theory, chenpi is warm in nature with acrid and bitter flavor, traditionally associated with regulating qi and harmonizing the stomach. Enjoy it as a daily tea or in herbal cooking.

Key Selling Points

• Genuine Xinhui chenpi from the core producing region of Guangdong
• Aged 10 years with natural sun-drying and dry storage maturation
• Da Hong Pi grade made from fully ripened red tangerine peel
• Whole intact peel pieces ideal for tasting and brewing
• Traditionally used in TCM to regulate qi and support digestion

Quality & Sensory

Well-aged chenpi typically shows deep reddish-brown outer skin with a dry, slightly brittle texture. The aroma is typically mellow and citrusy with aged woody notes. When steeped, the tea typically yields a warm amber liquor with a smooth, sweet, and gently bitter citrus taste.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Steep as a daily herbal tea, alone or with pu-erh
• Add to soups and braised dishes for citrus aroma
• Simmer in congee or dessert soups for traditional flavor
• Brew with red dates or ginger for a warming seasonal drink

Traditional Uses

In traditional Chinese practice, chenpi is a classic qi-regulating herb commonly added to decoctions, soups, and congee. It is traditionally paired with herbs like ban xia and fu ling in classical formulas, or simmered with red beans and lotus seeds in home cooking. Aged Xinhui chenpi is also enjoyed as a standalone steeped tea, especially in autumn and winter.

FAQ Q&A