{"product_id":"dried-longan-gui-yuan-sweet-ingredient-for-teas-soups","title":"Dried Longan (Gui Yuan) | Sweet Ingredient for Teas \u0026 Soups","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1200px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.65; color: #2c2c2c;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; color: #2c553c; background-color: #f0f5f0; padding: 12px 16px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 24px;\"\u003e📍 Pickup available at One More Cup of Tea — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/maps.google.com\/?q=2B-2220+Bowen+Road+Nanaimo+BC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\" style=\"color: #b86b2c; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eView on Google Maps\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: 500; margin-bottom: 24px;\"\u003eDried Longan (Gui Yuan) — Sweet Fruit for Teas \u0026amp; Soups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDried longan (gui yuan) is the dried fruit of the longan tree. It has a sweet, honey-like flavor and a chewy texture. In Chinese home cooking, it is used in teas, sweet soups, and savory broths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 8–10 pieces to a pot of tea or soup. Simmer for 15–20 minutes. It pairs well with jujube dates, goji berries, and ginger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 40px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0d6c8; padding: 16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 600; color: #2c2c2c; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eAbout Dried Longan ▾\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 0 0 0; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; color: #444;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Chinese food culture, longan is often associated with warmth and comfort. It is a common ingredient in sweet soups (tong sui) and teas, especially in cooler weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is naturally sweet. That is why it is used in small amounts — a few pieces are enough to add depth and sweetness to a pot of tea or soup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0d6c8; padding: 16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 600; color: #2c2c2c; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eSpecifications \u0026amp; Storage ▾\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 0 0 0; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; color: #444;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 g per pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried whole fruit, pitted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate after opening to prevent moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom: 1px solid #e0d6c8; padding: 16px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', Times, serif; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 600; color: #2c2c2c; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eCautions \u0026amp; Safety ▾\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px 0 0 0; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.7; color: #444;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use\u003c\/strong\u003e if you have a cold or flu with fever, or if you have a thick, coated tongue or digestive bloating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use\u003c\/strong\u003e if you tend to run hot (dry mouth, sore throat, constipation) — longan is warming and may make you feel worse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsult a healthcare practitioner\u003c\/strong\u003e before use if you are pregnant, especially in early pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you have diabetes\u003c\/strong\u003e, longan is high in natural sugar. Use it in moderation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a traditional food use, not a medical claim. For detailed therapeutic use, consult a TCM practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"One More Cup of Tea","offers":[{"title":"100","offer_id":67731449282835,"sku":null,"price":4.6,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"454","offer_id":67731449315603,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/2705\/1283\/files\/Gui-Yuan.jpg?v=1790133765","url":"https:\/\/onemorecupoftea.com\/products\/dried-longan-gui-yuan-sweet-ingredient-for-teas-soups","provider":"One More Cup of Tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}