The Qi-cha Journal
Notes on tea, herbs, and slow rituals
Stories from the studio, the kitchen, and the practitioners who inspire us.
28 May 2026
Dull Skin. Thinning Hair. It Might Not Be What You Think.
A guide to blood deficiency in TCM — and how 小红帽 Red Riding Hood was formulated to address it from within.
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12 August 2021
Twelve Hour Meridian Body Clock
Each meridian of the human body has its most active time. Follow this Huangdi Neijing-inspired timetable for everyday wellness.
Read more →27 July 2021
Food for Liver
How to nourish your liver through everyday food and small lifestyle shifts — goji berries, jujube, cassia seeds and more.
Read more →27 July 2021
Wellness Packs for Accenture Singapore — Qi-cha × Hyuuga × Mingyan
A look at the wellness gift box we put together with Hyuuga Artisan and Ming Yan Bird's Nest for Accenture Singapore's recruiting team.
Read more →25 June 2021
Brown Sugar — The Little Sunshine
Why brown sugar earns its place in TCM food recipes — warming the body, nourishing Qi and blood, and easing menstrual discomfort.
Read more →14 June 2021
Qi Deficiency and Food for Qi Nourishing
How do you know if you're Qi-deficient? A look at the common symptoms, and the everyday herbs that gently replenish.
Read more →4 June 2021
Qi-cha is now at The Gong @ Great World & Duo Galleria
We've teamed up with The Gong by Drinks & Co. — find Qi-cha's tea collection at their Great World and Duo Galleria outlets.
Read more →29 May 2021
FAQ: Are Qi-cha's Herbal Teas Caffeine-Free?
Yes — and here's why a caffeine-free cup might be just what your body is asking for.
Read more →22 May 2021
Tangerine Peel 🍊
A fragrant TCM staple aged at least three years — why proper Chen Pi can't be made by drying yesterday's orange peel.
Read more →22 May 2021
Lotus Leaf 🍃
More than the wrap on dim sum rice — lotus leaf clears damp heat, supports digestion, and helps slow fat absorption.
Read more →22 May 2021
Hawthorn Berry 🍒
The childhood haw flake, all grown up — hawthorn supports digestion, circulation, and even cardiovascular health.
Read more →22 May 2021
Goji Berry 🍒
The little orangish berry from your soup pot — recorded in TCM for two thousand years and still earning its place at the table.
Read more →22 May 2021
Chrysanthemum 🌼
Cool, fragrant, and a classic ally for tired eyes — meet the chrysanthemum buds at the heart of The Night Owl.
Read more →22 May 2021
What Are Chinese Herbal Infusion Teas?
Not technically tea, but five thousand years of plant wisdom in a cup — a quick primer on what herbal infusion teas actually are.
Read more →22 May 2021
Tips on Brewing and Storing
How to get the best from each Qi-cha sachet — steeping time, gentle sweeteners, and why your fridge is the right home for your tea.
Read more →22 May 2021
American Ginseng
Cooler than its Asian cousin, American ginseng nourishes Yin and clears heat — a thoughtful pick for stressed-out city living.
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