A guide to Hong Kong’s bitter herbal teas and how Gen Z is reviving the health tradition

Hong Kong's traditional "cooling teas," known as leung cha, are being revived by a new generation of health-conscious youth. These intensely bitter herbal teas, brewed in large brass cauldrons in neighborhood shops, were once a primary source of remedies before modern medicine became widespread. This trend is helping to preserve a fading tradition, as younger people discover the century-old practice. The article, part of a four-part series on traditional Chinese medicine, highlights this intergenerational connection and the efforts to safeguard this cultural heritage.