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Wang Lao Ji Herbal Tea
Wang Lao Ji, also known as Wong Lo Kat, is a traditional Chinese herbal tea. Famous for its thirst-quenching and revitalizing properties, this recipe brings the authentic taste of this soothing, refreshing beverage right into your home. This tea is a perfect balance of sweet and herbal flavors, and is traditionally enjoyed chilled, making it a perfect refreshment on a hot day. The roots of this tea trace back to the Qing dynasty, and it is still one of the most popular drinks in China today.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- Granulated Sugar
- 1/2 cup
- Lo han guo (monk fruit)
- 1, crushed
- Honeysuckle flowers
- 1/2 cup, dried
- Chrysanthemum flowers
- 1/4 cup, dried
- Chinese mesona
- 1/2 cup, dried
- Water
- 8 cups
Instructions
- Combine the water, dried Chinese mesona, dried chrysanthemum flowers, dried honeysuckle flowers, and crushed lo han guo in a large pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low.
- Let the mixture simmer on low heat for about 1 hour. This allows the flavors to infuse beautifully and create a rich, aromatic tea.
- After simmering, strain the tea into a large pitcher. Be sure to discard the solids.
- Stir in the granulated sugar until it is completely dissolved. Adjust the sweetness according to your preference.
- Let the tea cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate until chilled.
- Serve the Wang Lao Ji herbal tea over ice. Enjoy the revitalizing and refreshing taste of this traditional Chinese herbal tea.
Dietary Information
Servings: 8 • Dish Type: Beverage • Prep Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 1 hour • Calories: 60 • Fat: 0g • Carbs: 15g • Protein: 0g • Sodium: 10mg • Sugar: 15g