Longan and Red Date Tea
Longan and Red Date Tea is a traditional Chinese sweet soup or tonic beverage, typically brewed with dried longan fruit, red dates (jujubes), and often rock sugar or ginger. It is a comforting drink widely enjoyed across China and other parts of East Asia, especially during colder months or as a restorative treat.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This tea is naturally high in carbohydrates, primarily from the natural sugars in the longan and dates, and provides a quick source of energy. It is virtually fat-free and low in protein, but offers key minerals like potassium and iron, with a typical serving containing around 100-150 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 29 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Sugar | 22 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Vitamin C | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 40 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.15 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this tea is a staple in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practices, believed to nourish the blood, calm the mind, and improve 'qi' (vital energy). Nutritionally, the combination provides a natural source of antioxidants and is a classic example of food-as-wellness in Asian culinary traditions.
