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 If you’ve been exploring Korean drinks, you may have already met grain teas like barley tea, citrus teas like yuja-cha, or spicy favorites like ginger tea. Today, let’s step into a softer, sweeter corner of traditional Korean tea culture — Daechu-cha , or Korean Jujube Tea . Known for its deep reddish color, velvety sweetness, and calming effect, jujube tea feels like a warm blanket on a slow evening. It’s one of those drinks that tastes gentle enough for children yet comforting enough for adults longing for something warm and nostalgic. In this post, we’ll explore what makes jujube tea special, how it fits into Korean tradition, how to brew it at home, and why it remains a beloved wellness drink today. I’ll also share my personal memory — one that shaped my affection for this humble but powerful tea. What Is Daechu-cha? Daechu-cha (대추차) is a traditional Korean tea made from jujubes , a sweet Asian fruit often called “red dates.” Despite the name, jujubes are not actually da...

 Korean tea culture is full of surprises, especially for those who are new to it. Some teas are made from leaves, some from fruits and herbs, and others — like today’s topic — come from the grains that have sustained Korean families for centuries. Among these grain-based teas, Hyunmi-cha , or Roasted Brown Rice Tea , holds a special place. It’s simple, honest, and comforting, yet deeply flavorful in a way that surprises many first-time drinkers. Known for its warm nuttiness and gentle aroma, hyunmi-cha is the tea that feels like a quiet evening at home — calm, grounding, and nourishing. In this post, I’ll guide you through what makes this traditional Korean tea special, how Koreans enjoy it today, and how you can brew it yourself. I’ll also share a little personal story about the first time I truly appreciated hyunmi-cha — an experience that still makes me smile. What Is Hyunmi-cha? Hyunmi-cha (현미차) is a traditional Korean tea made from roasted brown rice steeped in hot wate...

Yulmu (photo by easyn)  If you are new to Korean cuisine, you may already know popular drinks like green tea or barley tea. But there is another warm, creamy, deeply comforting Korean beverage that many locals grew up drinking— Yulmu Tea , also known as Job’s Tears Tea or yulmu-cha (율무차) . Unlike traditional leaf teas, yulmu tea is made from powdered roasted grains , giving it a soft, milky, nutty flavor that is both nourishing and incredibly soothing. It is a staple in Korean homes, cafés, and even office pantries. Many Koreans especially love it during cold seasons because of its warmth, thickness, and its reputation as a “strengthening” drink. Today, I’m excited to share not only what yulmu tea is, but also how it became a quiet part of Korean daily life, how it tastes, how it’s made, and my own personal memory with it. And yes—there’s a recipe you can easily try at home. What Exactly Is Yulmu Tea? Yulmu tea (율무차) is a Korean drink made from roasted and finely ground Job’...

 If you’ve ever stayed in a Korean home, eaten at a Korean restaurant, or even visited a Korean convenience store, you may have already tasted one of Korea’s most comforting everyday drinks: Corn Tea , or oksusu-cha (옥수수차). Golden in color, naturally sweet, caffeine-free, and soothingly warm, corn tea is a beloved beverage in Korean households. It’s so common that many Koreans grow up drinking it daily—sometimes without even thinking of it as “tea.” For us, it’s simply the warm drink that accompanies meals, study sessions, conversations, and cold winter nights. Today, I want to introduce corn tea to you in a friendly, easy, and detailed way—especially if you’re new to Korean food culture. I’ll share what makes this humble drink so special, how it’s used in everyday life, its cultural meaning, and of course, a recipe you can try at home. And I’ll also tell you about the very first time I realized just how much warmth this simple tea can bring. What Is Corn Tea? Corn tea, or o...

 If you’re new to Korean drinks, there is one tea that never fails to surprise first-time tasters: Omija Tea (오미자차). Vibrantly red, refreshingly tangy, lightly sweet, and wonderfully aromatic, this traditional Korean drink is both beautiful in color and fun in flavor . It’s also incredibly versatile—you’ll find it in cafés as an iced specialty drink, at home as a soothing tea, and even bottled in convenience stores across Korea. Today, let me introduce you to the world of Omija Tea in a way that’s friendly, easy to follow, and full of the cultural background that makes Korean food and drink so special. What Exactly Is Omija? “Omija” literally means “five-flavor berry.” The fruit comes from the Schisandra chinensis plant, and Koreans have brewed it into tea for centuries. The name comes from the idea that the berry contains five different flavor notes: Sweet Sour Salty Bitter Pungent/Spicy But don’t worry—when brewed as tea, sweet and tart are the dominan...

 When winter arrives in Korea, the first thing many people reach for is not a vitamin bottle or cough syrup, but a warm cup of ginger tea , known as saenggang-cha (생강차). This traditional drink has been loved for centuries for its soothing warmth, gentle spice, and believed health benefits. For me, ginger tea is deeply nostalgic. I still remember my mother simmering fresh ginger on the stove whenever I showed the slightest sign of a cold. The whole house would fill with its spicy-sweet aroma, and she would hand me a steaming cup with a slice of lemon and a spoonful of honey. Even today, one sip brings back that comforting feeling of being cared for. In this post, I’ll introduce what makes Korean ginger tea special, how to make it easily at home, and how to prepare a homemade ginger syrup that you can store and enjoy anytime. What Is Korean Ginger Tea? Korean ginger tea is a traditional herbal infusion made from fresh ginger that has been boiled or steeped in hot water. It is...

 If you visit a Korean home for the first time, you might expect to be offered coffee or bottled water. Instead, many families will hand you a warm mug or a cold glass of barley tea , known in Korean as bori-cha . At first sip, you’ll notice the gentle roasted aroma, a mild nutty flavor, and a clean finish that feels surprisingly refreshing. For Koreans, barley tea is more than just a drink. It is part of daily life—served to children, adults, and elders alike. It is the drink poured at home, in school cafeterias, in traditional restaurants, and sometimes even offered instead of water in casual dining places. Some Korean households no longer buy bottled water because they drink barley tea all day. To many international readers, this may come as a surprise: a whole country drinking tea made from roasted grains rather than tea leaves. But once you learn the history and culture behind bori-cha , you may understand why Koreans consider it one of the most comforting and essential beve...