Persimmon leaf tea


Gamnip-cha or persimmon leaf tea is a traditional Korean tea made from the dried leaves of Oriental persimmon.

Preparation

Young leaves are picked in May or June, washed, and dried for two to three days in shade. Dried leaves are usually cut into small pieces and steamed, and dried again. To make the tea, of the dried leaves are brewed for 15 minutes in of water which was boiled and cooled to. A drop of maesil-ju or yuja-cheong can be added to the tea when served.

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