Dehydrated Smooth Bitter Melon Tea, Bitter Gourd Momordica charantia Loose Dried Botanical Infusion for Unsweetened Hot or Iced Cups with Bold Earthy Vegetal Bitterness, Not Fruit Tea or Powder, 2 Pack x 100 gram

Product Specifications

Bold, Bitter — Just Made Smoother

Bitter melon (Momordica charantia) — bitter gourd, or Khổ Qua in Vietnamese — is honestly bitter, and that’s the point. The dried slices brew to a pale yellow-green infusion with a clean, deep, vegetal bitterness and a faint melon note at the very end. Here “smooth” means easier preparation and better balance — brew light and short to keep it enjoyable rather than harsh. It’s an unsweetened botanical cup for people who genuinely enjoy strong, bitter flavors.

Plant & Origin

Bitter melon is a climbing vine in the gourd (Cucurbitaceae) family, bearing warty, ridged green fruit widely used across Asian kitchens. The fruit is sliced and dehydrated for a shelf-stable loose tea. This listing is the dried sliced fruit for brewing — not fresh vegetable, powder, extract, capsules, or a ready-to-drink product.

Key Highlights

• Cleanly Bitter: A deep, vegetal, unsweetened cup for bitter-tea lovers.
• “Smooth” = Better Balance: Lighter, shorter brewing for an easier cup — not sweet.
• Caffeine-Free: A strong-tasting cup without caffeine.
• Generous Supply: 2 × 100 g packs (200 g total).

How to Brew

Hot Infusion

1. Measure: Start with 1–2 teaspoons of dried slices per cup (start light).
2. Heat Water: Hot but not boiling (about 80–85°C).
3. Steep: Keep it short, 2–5 minutes, and strain promptly — a long steep turns sharply astringent.
4. Serve: Enjoy unsweetened, or soften with a little honey, lemon, or ginger.

Iced Tea

1. Brew, strain, and chill; serve over ice.
2. A little citrus or ginger balances the cup.

Culinary Applications & Blend Ideas

• Plain Bitter Cup: For those who like it straight and unsweetened.
• Aroma Partners: Ginger, citrus peel, pandan, lemongrass, mint, or cinnamon.
• Fuller Body: A little roasted barley adds toasted depth.
• Iced: Chilled with citrus for a cleaner, easier sip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does “smooth” mean it’s sweet or mild?

No — it’s still a bold, unsweetened bitter cup. “Smooth” means lighter, shorter preparation for better balance, not sweetness.

How do I keep it from being too harsh?

Use less, brew cooler (about 80–85°C) and shorter (2–5 min), and balance with honey, lemon, or ginger.

How much is in this pack?

Two 100 g packs of dehydrated bitter melon slices — 200 g total.

Is this dried slices or powder?

Dried sliced fruit (Momordica charantia / Khổ Qua). It’s not powder, extract, capsules, fresh vegetable, or a ready drink.

How do I brew it?

Steep 1–2 teaspoons per cup in ~80–85°C water for 2–5 minutes, then strain. Serve hot or iced.

Storage & Quality Assurance

• Freshness: Dried slices; size, color, cut, aroma, and bitterness vary naturally batch to batch — normal for dehydrated fruit.
• Storage Instructions: Keep sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture, steam, light, and strong odors. Use a dry scoop.
• Package Includes: 2 × 100 g packs of dehydrated Bitter Melon slices (Momordica charantia / Khổ Qua), 200 g total.