The "Healer's Tea," comprised of Dendrobium (Suk Gok) and Chinese Licorice Root, is famously known in some contexts as "honeymooner's tea". In Taoist herbalism, this formula is traditionally used to replenish Jing; its playful nickname "Honeymooner's Tea" comes from that tradition.
For those who wish to experience an enhanced version of this simple dendrobium and chinese licorice version of Honeymooner's Tea ("Healer's Tea), Check out our restored essence blend!
Master Sung Jin Park, a profound teacher in Taoist herbal arts, taught this combination to Ron Teeguarden, as a traditional Kidney Jing tonic.
Here is how tradition describes this "Healer's Tea" and its "honeymooner's tea" name, drawing on its two main ingredients:
• Replenishes Kidney Yin Jing Energy:
◦ Dendrobium is primarily a Yin Jing tonic. The Kidneys are considered the body's reservoir of Yin Jing, which is the fundamental life essence. In TCM, replenishing the Kidney Yin Jing with Dendrobium is said to replenish the entire being.
◦ Traditionally associated in TCM with the lower back and knees.
◦ Nourishes saliva, which Taoists refer to as the "Precious Fluid".
◦ Traditionally used as a Yin tonic for hot and dry conditions.
◦ Traditionally enjoyed for beautiful and moist skin.
• Harmonizes and Boosts Overall Vitality:
◦ Chinese Licorice Root is considered a "Great Harmonizer". It is used in more herbal formulations than any other herb in Chinese herbalism. Its sweet and pleasant flavor makes formulations palatable and smooth, and it traditionally brings the other herbs together.
◦ As a Qi tonic, Licorice Root is traditionally used to build vital energy (Qi).
◦ It is traditionally said to sharpen concentration.
The Healer's Tea combination ("Honeymooner's Tea") in tradition:
Dendrobium and Licorice Root together make a classic Taoist tonic. Our Restored Essence adds goji berry and schisandra berry to this honeymooner's tea:
• Overall Rejuvenation: Many consumers attest to its "rejuvenating power".
• Supports Healers: It is traditionally given to healers, and is a tonic for "people who give much of themselves to others".
• Delicious and Easy to Prepare: The blend is described as "delicious," "very pleasant tasting," and "simple to prepare," making it an accessible daily tonic. The recommended preparation involves simmering Dendrobium and Licorice Root for about 20 minutes.
This traditional "Healer's Tea" or "honeymooner's tea" is a classic daily tonic in Taoist herbalism.
All quotations are from the books and work of Ron Teeguarden
