Ginseng tea

These are decocted for several hours over a low heat, sweetened with honey, and served with Korean pine nuts floating on top.

During the Warring States period of China (475–221 BC), the preparation of ginseng tea was associated with good health and high status.

[9] During the Ming era (1368—1644), Li Shizen documented Korean ginseng tea in his "Great Compendium of Herbs".

[6] The popularity of ginseng reached the western world according to text written as early as 1274 referencing Marco Polo canonizing it in different forms such as syrups, powders, roots, and as a tea.

[9] During the Goryeo dynasty, ginseng tea is documented as a way to strengthen the body of the user to resist stress-related illnesses or complications.

[5] As a widely popular natural health item amongst Koreans, red ginseng in particular is available in various forms such as liquid, capsule, powder, round root, and even candies like jelly.