Soojunggwa (Cinnamon & ginger tea with persimmons)

Cinnamon…common, comforting, homey. Who would have thought it could be so good for you? Cinnamon may improve Type 2 Diabetes and Insulin Resistance

Ginger is most commonly known for its effectiveness as a digestive aid. Ginger root is also used to treat nausea related to both motion sickness and morning sickness. Ginger's anti-inflammatory properties help relieve pain and reduce inflammation associated with arthritis, rheumatism and muscle spasms. Ginger's therapeutic properties effectively stimulate circulation of the blood, removing toxins from the body, cleansing the bowels and kidneys, and nourishing the skin

The dried persimmon has the effect of moistening lung and restraining cough, promoting secretion, moistening intestine

With all the good info on these 3 ingredients, how can i not make a pot and be happy that i will cure all my ills and aches with such a simple delicious drink. If only i had pine nuts to top my drink, then my drink in the picture would be more authentic

Ingredients:

10 cinnamon sticks

5-6 pieces ginger

10 cups water, 2 cups sugar

1/4 cup pine nuts

10 dried persimmons (gotgam)

Method:

In a big pot, add water, cinnamon sticks and ginger, let boil for about an hour or two.

Add sugar (depends on your taste, add more or less).

Let cool.

Put in a refrigerator.

Serve with a persimmon inside and some pine nuts on top


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