Jujube tea, made from red Chinese dates, is a traditional, soothing drink that warms the body and calms the spirit. When simmered slowly with Asian pears, ginger, and cinnamon, the result is a fragrant infusion that’s naturally sweet, gently spiced, and deeply comforting. Perfect for chilly fall or winter evenings, this tea is as nourishing as it is delicious—and it fills your kitchen with the most inviting aroma while it simmers.
INGREDIENTS:
1 pound halved jujubes (red Chinese dates)
2 Asian pears (quartered, not peeled)
3 cinnamon sticks
2 inches ginger root (scrubbed, sliced, not peeled)
1 gallon filtered drinking water
METHOD:
Place all ingredients in a large pot and bring to a boil.
Cover, then immediately reduce the heat to low. Simmer gently for 3 hours, adding more water as needed.
Strain before serving. Enjoy warm.
