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Method for making honeysuckle flower

Honeysuckle is brewed and drunk.

Soak dried honeysuckle in clear water for 20 minutes to remove impurities and odor. Prepare a pot, pour 500 ml of water into the pot, add the soaked dried honeysuckle, and boil it on low heat for 10 minute. After cooking, pour honeysuckle tea into the teacup and drink. If you need to improve the taste and nutritional value of honeysuckle tea, you can add condiments such as medlar, red dates and rock sugar according to your personal taste, or drink honeysuckle tea after refrigeration.

It should be noted that honeysuckle is best brewed with boiling water, and the brewing time should not be too long, generally not exceeding 10 minute. In addition, honeysuckle will release some effective ingredients in the cooking process, so it is recommended to consult a doctor before drinking to avoid adverse effects on the body.

Matters needing attention in purchasing honeysuckle

1, Appearance: When purchasing honeysuckle, you should first pay attention to the appearance, and there should be no obvious pests and mildew.

2. Color: The color of honeysuckle should be bright, not dim.

3, smell: smell the smell of honeysuckle, if there is an odor or pungent smell, it means that honeysuckle may not be fresh.

4. Touch: Touch honeysuckle gently with your hand. If it feels soft, it means it is fresh.

5, humidity: honeysuckle can not be too wet, otherwise it is easy to mold and deteriorate, so you need to choose dry honeysuckle.

6. Rod length: The rod length of honeysuckle also needs attention. Generally speaking, shorter honeysuckle is tender and suitable for making scented tea.