Dried Peppermint Leaves from Jiangsu & Anhui | Cooling Herbal Aroma

What it is: Dried peppermint leaves from Jiangsu and Anhui, two main growing regions in China. The plant was introduced early and is now widely cultivated. The leaves carry a cooling, refreshing herbal aroma. How to use & application scenes: Steep a few leaves in hot water for tea, or add them to cold drinks, desserts, salads, and soups. A cup of mint tea is a simple way to feel refreshed on a warm day. It also works well with lemon, honey, or green tea. Craft: Leaves are hand-picked at maturity, then air-dried in shade or dried at low temperature to help preserve the cooling aroma. After drying, they are sifted to remove stems and foreign matter, then graded by leaf integrity and sealed in light-proof packaging. Cultural meaning: Peppermint has long been part of everyday herbal and food culture in China, often linked to summer refreshment and a clear, awake feeling. It is a familiar kitchen herb and a cool, clean taste remembered by many.