1. Tea - based Beverage Combinations (1) Dried Kumquats with Black Tea Combination Principle Black tea has a mellow taste and a strong tea aroma. The sweet - and - sour flavor of dried kumquats can add a fresh fruity aroma to black tea, and they complement each other. After the fermentation aroma of black tea is blended with the fruity aroma of dried kumquats, a complex and harmonious aroma is produced. Preparation Method Take an appropriate amount of black tea leaves (for example, 3 - 5 grams) and 3 - 4 dried kumquats. First, rinse the black tea with hot water, then add the dried kumquats and soak them in 90 - 100°C hot water for 3 - 5 minutes. You can add an appropriate amount of honey or rock sugar according to personal taste. (2) Dried Kumquats with Green Tea Combination Principle Green tea has a delicate and elegant fragrance. The sweet - and - sour taste of dried kumquats can neutralize the possible bitterness of green tea and at the same time endow the drink with more flavor layers. The fruity aroma of dried kumquats and the delicate fragrance of green tea enhance each other, making the drink more refreshing. Preparation Method Prepare 2 - 3 grams of green tea and 2 - 3 dried kumquats. Put the green tea into a teapot, soak it in 80 - 85°C hot water for 1 - 2 minutes first, pour out the first brew of tea soup (this step can remove impurities and some bitter substances in the tea leaves), then add the dried kumquats and soak them again in 80 - 85°C hot water for 3 - 4 minutes. 2. Herbal Beverage Combinations (1) Dried Kumquats with Mint Combination Principle Mint has a cool taste and a unique herbal aroma. When combined with dried kumquats, the sweet - and - sour taste of dried kumquats is intertwined with the cool feeling of mint. This combination is very refreshing in summer and can refresh the mind. Preparation Method Take an appropriate amount of fresh mint leaves (5 - 6 pieces) and 3 dried kumquats. Wash the mint leaves and put them together with the dried kumquats into a cup, and soak them in 80 - 90°C hot water for 3 - 4 minutes. If you like a sweeter taste, you can add a little rock sugar. (2) Dried Kumquats with Licorice Combination Principle Licorice has a faint sweet taste and a unique herbal flavor. When combined with dried kumquats, the sweet taste of licorice can further enhance the sweet - and - sour taste of dried kumquats, and at the same time, the medicinal herbal smell of licorice adds a special charm to the drink. Preparation Method Prepare 2 - 3 slices of licorice and 3 - 4 dried kumquats. Put the licorice and dried kumquats into a pot, add an appropriate amount of water (about 500 ml), and simmer over low heat for 10 - 15 minutes until the drink turns darker in color and has a rich aroma. 3. Mixed Fruit Juice Beverage Combinations (1) Dried Kumquats with Lemon Combination Principle Both lemon and kumquat are citrus fruits. Lemon has a relatively high acidity, while the sweet - and - sour taste of dried kumquats is relatively mild. When combined, they can enhance the citrus - like fruity aroma of the drink and the acidity can be adjusted according to preference. This combination is rich in vitamin C and has a fresh and sour taste. Preparation Method Take 1 - 2 dried kumquats and half a lemon. Soak the dried kumquats in warm water for 5 - 10 minutes to soften them, then squeeze the dried kumquats and lemon juice into a cup, add an appropriate amount of cold boiled water (about 300 - 400 ml), and stir evenly. If it is too sour, you can add a little white sugar or honey. (2) Dried Kumquats with Passion Fruit Combination Principle Passion fruit has a strong aroma of tropical fruits and a unique sweet - and - sour taste. When combined with dried kumquats, the complex fruity aroma of passion fruit is blended with the sweet - and - sour taste of dried kumquats, making the drink full of rich fruity aroma and flavor layers. Preparation Method Take 2 dried kumquats and 1 passion fruit. Soak the dried kumquats in warm water and then cut them open. Pour the pulp and juice of the passion fruit into a cup, add the dried kumquats and an appropriate amount of cold boiled water (about 400 - 500 ml), stir evenly, and then add an appropriate amount of honey according to personal taste.
