The story of tea and spice from Java ( Wedang Jahe )

For hundreds of years, Indonesian have been using herb and spice in their tea. This tea is known as "Wedang Jahe". The word of wedang comes from Java own language meaning "a drink". The word "Jahe" means Ginger. 

Oh, so this drink is made of ginger? 

Well part of it. 

This one particular drink is made of a few kinds of herbs and spices such as ;

  • Star anise (2-3 pcs)
  • Lemon grass ( 1 pc)
  • Cinnamon (1 stick)
  • Clove (5 pcs)
  • Ginger (50 grams)
  • Palm sugar or Honey to sweeten it.

Here is how to make it :

  • First boil two glasses of water with all the herbs and spices until it changes colour. Then add palm sugar. You can add honey to taste when you serve it. 

I will also describe all the properties of each of these herbs as below;

Star anise 

Star anise has vitamin D, C, E, K,B6, B12, A, and a number of minerals. 
Star anise benefits are ;
  • Antioxidant
  • Insect Repellant
  • Fights Viruses and Flu
  • Digestive Aid and Protection
  • Stops Growth of Bacteria and Fungi
  • May Reduce Respiratory Congestion
  • Improves Lactation
  • Eases Menopause Symptoms



Lemon Grass

Lemon grass has its natural Nutrient such as vitamin B, magnesium, calcium and zinc. Lemon grass is very common plant that grows around South East Asia. It's been used as cooking ingredient as well as beverage ingredient. 

Lemon grass helps to prevent the growth of some bacteria and yeast. It substance can helps to relieve pain and swelling, reduce fever, blood sugar level, and cholesterol the blood, also stimulate the uterus and menstrual flow. 



Cinnamon

Cinnamon contain substance are : Carbohydrate, Calcium, zinc, Magnesium, fosfor, Calcium, as well as vitamin A and B. Five health benefits of cinnamon are;
Anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal
Support gut health
Help manage blood pressure
Lowers blood sugar and risk of type-2 diabetes
And also beneficial for the aging brain.






Clove

Clove has it's Nutrition such as vitamin K, vitamin C, Vitamin E, Calcium, Magnesium. Benefits of cloves are known as :antioxidants, May help protect against cancer, Can kill bacteria, May improve liver health, May help regulate blood sugar, May promote bone health, May reduce stomach ulcer. 




Ginger

Ginger contain Vitamin A, C, D, E, B1-B2-B3-B5-B9, Calcium, zinc, fosfor, potassium, sodium, Fat, Fiber, Protein, Carbohidrat and sugar. 

  • Can treat nausea
  • Can help weight loss
  • Can help with Osteoarthritis
  • Lower blood sugar
  • Help Cronic indigestion
  • Reduce menstrual pain
  • Reduce cholesterol level
  • Prevent cancer
  • improve brain function
  • Fight infection



Honey

It is no doubt that honey is good for you. It contains all sort of minerals and anti bacterial that is  beneficial for your body. Adding honey in your ginger tea ( wedang Jahe ) is just a complete finish that give your drink taste sweet and delicious. 





Enjoy writing and share the world useful thought and knowledge.

Comments

  1. Rizqy LedyJanuary 20, 2022 at 6:52 PM

    I always give hot tea when my children got flu and it's true it really helps them to get better. But i never add those ingredients such as ginger, cinnamon,etc. Later i will try to add those. Nice, i love reading your blog. Keep writing

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    1. AnonymousJanuary 20, 2022 at 8:47 PM

      Hi Rizqy, I am glad your children get better. And hope you can enjoy this recipe for everyday beverage to protect you and family. Thank you for your feed back. Really appreciate it. cheers!

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