Harvest Location: Henan Province, China
Botanical Name: Lonicera japonica
Harvest: Spring 2026
Ingredients:100% Dried Honeysuckle Flower Buds
 
Honeysuckle has been treasured in China for more than a thousand years for its delicate fragrance and refreshing character. Harvested while the flower buds are still tightly closed, the blossoms are gently dried to preserve their floral aroma, pale green color, and naturally sweet flavor.
 
The infusion produces a brilliant golden liquor with notes of spring flowers, fresh meadow herbs, sweet nectar, cucumber, and subtle citrus. Light-bodied and exceptionally smooth, honeysuckle offers a clean, refreshing finish with a gentle natural sweetness.
 
A cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea (凉茶), honeysuckle is often enjoyed on its own or blended with green tea, white tea, chrysanthemum, goji berries, or aged teas to create refreshing and aromatic infusions. Its delicate floral profile complements tea without masking its natural character.
 
 
Pairing Suggestions
Excellent with:
Bai Mudan
White Tea
Silver Needle
En Shi Yu Lu
Green Tea
Lu'an Guapian
Bi Luo Chun
Chrysanthemum
Goji Berries
Young Sheng
Pu-erh
 
Traditional Uses
Honeysuckle has long been enjoyed in Chinese herbal traditions as a cooling botanical that is especially popular during the warmer months.
 
Its light floral aroma and refreshing character make it a favorite for daily enjoyment and for balancing richer teas.
 
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and strong odors to preserve the buds' delicate fragrance and natural sweetness. flavor.