Kumquat
Tea金桔茶 (jin-1 ji-2 cha-2) Tasty,
tangy drink that may be helpful in fighting cold or flu symptoms.
Ingredients
10 kumquats
Honey or rock sugar (optional)
Method
Wash kumquats well – do not peel.
Slice in half.
Squeeze most of juice from each piece into the pot,
then toss the fruit in.
Pour boiling water into pot, steep for a few minutes
and serve.
Notes:
For a sweeter drink add honey or rock sugar to taste. Also makes a nice iced
drink, but if you are looking to relieve a cold, always drink it hot. Kumquat
= cumquat.
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