Product Highlights

• 100% Korean-Sourced Herbal Ingredients – Made exclusively with premium herbs from trusted Korean provinces (Gangwon Deodeok, Cheongyang Goji Berry, Boeun Jujube, Goheung Yuzu, etc.)
• Traditional Natural Fermentation – Deodeok (5 years), Magnolia Bud (up to 3 years), and Goji Berry (1 year) are traditionally fermented in Korean onggi jars for maximum potency and absorption.
• Low-Temperature Aging for 90 Days – Carefully aged at low temperatures to deepen flavor, aroma, and nutritional richness, even if it means small-batch production.
• Crafted with Organic Raw Cane Sugar – Fermented with organic raw cane sugar instead of refined sugar, offering a lower glycemic index (GI 47)
• Energy, Vitality & Wellness in Every Cup – Traditionally consumed to restore stamina, relieve fatigue, support immunity, and warm the body — especially helpful during times of stress, low energy, or early cold symptoms

[Sooki's Herbal Roots] Fermented Ssanghwa Tea (3 Types) 

Korean Fermented Medicinal Ssanghwa Tea (숙성 쌍화차)

Made with 100%-Korea Grpwm Medicinal Herbs - No imported ingredients!

Naturally fermented in traditional Korean Onggi jars for maximum potency and absorption

3 Generations of Korean Herbal Wisdom

The story of Sooki’s Herbal Roots is built on three generations of herbal wisdom.

It began with the great-grandfather, a licensed Korean medicine doctor, continued with the grandmother and mother who ran a herbal clinic in Korea, and today is carried forward by CEO Jo Sook. 

Rooted in tradition, their product carries the pride and legacy of a family of herbal masters

Korea’s No.1 Department Store Bestseller – Ssanghwa Tea

(Pop-Up Store Sales: Sept 2023 – Jun 2024)

Tried and trusted by customers at Korea’s leading department stores and premium markets, Sooki’s Ssanghwa Tea has earned a reputation as a premium fermented herbal tea — boasting one of the highest repeat purchase rates

“Recognized for its craftsmanship, Sooki’s Herbal Roots was featured on TV Chosun’s Joyful Morning (Ep.41: Master’s Ssanghwa Tea).”

A Product Born out of Necessity

This brand was created by artisan Jo Sook, inspired by her mother — a licensed herbalist — and driven by the wish to restore her husband’s health, who struggled with the side effects of conventional medicine.

With over 20 years dedicated to herbal remedies, Sooki’s Herbal Roots was born from this lifelong passion. Nothing artificial is added — only patience, sincerity, and nature’s gifts. Each product is carefully crafted to be honest, accurate, and genuinely beneficial for those seeking natural support for their health.

Made with a certified preparation method, our Premium Ssanghwa Teas are esteemed for their authentic quality and proven health benefits

Available in three different varieties

Key Ingredient: Medicinal Deodeok Roots (약더덕) from Gangwon Province

From the pristine mountains of Gangwon-do comes our key ingredient – medicinal deodeok (약더덕). 

Hand-harvested with care, these roots have long been cherished in Korea for their restorative benefits and rich, earthy taste. Grown in nature and freshly unearthed, they are the foundation of our enzyme fermentation

Medicinal Deodeok, brimming with natural sap

Our healthy deodeok roots are brimming with nourishing sap - this is restorative vitality!

Our Ssanghwa-cha is crafted with 14 carefully chosen medicinal herbs – from ginger, yuzu, and cinnamon to traditional roots like angelica, peony, and astragalus – a time-honored recipe for energy, balance, and vitality.

• 생강 → Ginger
• 유자 → Yuzu (citron)
• 백작약 → White Peony Root
• 감초 → Licorice Root
• 복령 → Poria Cocos (Hoelen mushroom)
• 유근피 → Korean Willow Tree Bark
• 계피 → Cinnamon
• 숙지황 → Prepared Rehmannia Root
• 가시오갈피 열매 → Eleutherococcus Senticosus Fruit (Siberian Ginseng Berry)
• 헛개나무 열매 → Korean Oriental Raisin Tree Fruit
• 백출 → Atractylodes Rhizome
• 당귀 → Angelica Root
• 천궁 → Cnidium Rhizome (Ligusticum)
• 황기 → Astragalus Root

All herbal ingredients are proudly sourced from South Korea, grown across different provinces:

• Gangwon Province: 6-Year-Old Deodeok (약더덕, Codonopsis lanceolata root)
• Cheongyang Province: Liriope Root (맥문동)
• Mokryeon Province: Wolfberry / Goji Berry (구기자)
• Gongju Province: Chestnut Honey (밤꿀)
• Boeun Province: Jujube (대추)
• Goheung Province: Yuzu (유자)

Korean Cheongyang Goji Berries

Cheongyang, which produces 70% of Korea’s goji berries (구기자, Lycium chinense), is known as a pristine highland growing region. The berries are prized for their firm flesh and rich, juicy flavor. With a natural balance of sweetness and mild bitterness, goji berries have long been regarded as a precious medicinal fruit in Korea.

What makes Sooki's products different?

What makes our tea products unique is the fermentation. Just like traditional Korean sauces, we use earthenware jars (onggi) that breathe with nature, allowing the roots to ferment slowly and develop their full richness and potency.

Deodeok - Naturally Fermented for 5 Years!

We use 6-year-old Deodeok (약더덕, Codonopsis lanceolata) grown in Gangwon Province, which is naturally fermented for 5 years in earthenware jars. This carefully crafted Deodeok Ferment Extract becomes a key ingredient that imparts a deep, rich flavor to Ssanghwa Tea.

Magnolia Bud Ferment (Aged up to 3 Years)

We carefully harvest only the inner buds of the magnolia flower, which bloom in spring after enduring the winter cold. These are then naturally fermented in traditional vessels for 1–3 years to create our Magnolia Bud Ferment Extract.

Goji Berry Ferment (Aged up to 1 Year)

We carefully ferment premium Korean goji berries (구기자) for up to one year to create a rich Goji Berry Ferment Extract.

Combined with Deodeok Ferment Extract and Magnolia Bud Ferment Extract, this completes the foundation of our Goji Berry & Deodeok Ssanghwa Tea — a blend of three ferments and medicinal herbs.

Organic Raw Sugar Cane

We use organic raw cane sugar (원당) to naturally ferment the herbal mixture. Although more costly, it is a premium ingredient we proudly select to create a healthier and more authentic product.

Glycemic Index (GI):

Refined Sugar 109 > Honey 74 > Oligosaccharide 58 > Brown Rice Syrup 57 > Raw Cane Sugar 47

Another Step of Patience: 90 Days of Low-Temperature Aging

After blending the finest ingredients, we allow them to undergo 90 days of low-temperature aging.

During this time, the natural compounds of the herbs are slowly released, deepening both flavor and aroma, while enriching the nutritional profile.

Because of this meticulous aging process, only small batches can be produced — but each batch is crafted with integrity, staying true to tradition.

Recommended For:

• Anyone looking to boost daily immunity
• Those who often feel tired or run down
• People seeking an active, energetic lifestyle
• Individuals who want antioxidant support
• A thoughtful gift for someone you care about

Our teas are crafted using patented preparation methods, ensuring both authenticity and proven effectiveness.

Patents include:

• Composition and manufacturing method of Ssanghwa Tea
• Manufacturing method of Magnolia Extract and related formulations
• Manufacturing method of Deodeok Magnolia Extract and related formulations
• Manufacturing method of Fermented Ssanghwa Tea using Goji Berry & Deodeok

Manufacturing Process

• Sorting & Hand Selection of Ingredients
• First Wash – Deodeok Roots
• Second Wash – High-Pressure Cleaning
• Third Wash – Ultrasonic Cleaning
• Fermentation of Ingredients
• Raw Material Pulverization
• Blending of Ingredients
• Low-Temperature Aging
• Sterilization & Bottling

How to Enjoy Ssanghwa Tea

1. When Using a Pot (약탕기)

• Add 50g of Ssanghwa Tea (쌍화차) to 400–450ml of water.
• Once it boils, simmer for 5 minutes on high heat, then let it continue on low heat for 5–7 more minutes.
• Drink warm. (You may consume the herbs directly or strain them out before drinking.)

2. When Using a Thermos Bottle

• Add 50g of Ssanghwa Tea (쌍화차) to 300–350ml of hot water.
• Let steep for about 15 minutes before drinking.
• (For a deeper flavor, boiling is recommended.)

3. When Drinking in a Cup

• Add 25g of Ssanghwa Tea (쌍화차) to 200ml of water.
• Steep for 2–3 minutes before drinking.

4. When Consuming Raw

• Take half a spoonful with meals, twice a day (morning and evening).
• Drink with water after 10–15 minutes.
• If you feel fatigued, it’s best to take after meals.
• Regular consumption supports basic energy balance and helps with recovery and warmth.

4. Recommended Consumption for Health Benefits

• For best results, consume consistently for 2 weeks (based on 1 person).
• Continued use shows quicker benefits.
• You may also take it occasionally when feeling weak, under the weather, or lacking energy.
• Storage: Refrigerate after opening.
• Shelf life: 6 months.

1. How many servings are in one bottle?

One bottle of Ssanghwa Tea (쌍화차) contains about 40 servings, lasting more than a month (based on 100ml per serving).

2. Can children drink it?

Yes. For children over 6 months old, give about 20ml, divided into 2–4 times daily (roughly 2 small spoonfuls per serving).

3. Can I take it with prescription medicine for phlegm?

Yes. Please take it 30 minutes to 1 hour after medication.

If you have severe phlegm or rhinitis, we recommend Deodeok Mokryeon Ssanghwa Tea (더덕목련 쌍화차).

4. There are many types – which should I choose?

For persistent coughing or dry throat → Deodeok Fermented Extract (더덕발효액)

For cold body types → Deodeok Mokryeon Ssanghwa Tea (더덕목련 쌍화차)

For those with excess body heat → Goji Berry + Deodeok Fermented Ssanghwa Tea (구기자&더덕 발효쌍화차)

For weaker respiratory function → Maekmundong Fermented Ssanghwa Tea (맥문동 발효쌍화차)

For women in menopause → Goji Berry + Deodeok Fermented Ssanghwa Tea (구기자&더덕발효 쌍화차)

For sensitive digestion → All products are suitable, but start with a smaller amount first.

Deodeok-Mokryeon Ssanghwa Tea (더덕목련쌍화차)

Full Ingredients List:

12 Korean Medicinal Herbs [Prepared Rehmannia Root (숙지황, Korea), White Peony Root (백작약, Korea), Fresh Ginger (생강, Korea), Jujube (대추, Korea), Cnidium Rhizome (천궁, Korea), 7 additional traditional herbs] 30%, Deodeok Root (더덕, Korea) 20%, Magnolia Flower Bud (목련꽃잎, Korea) 20%, Citron (유자, Korea) 20%, Sugarcane Extract 10%

Volume: 500g

Maekmundong Fermented Ssanghwa Tea (맥문동발효쌍화차)

Full Ingredients List:

12 Korean Medicinal Herbs [Poria (복령, Korea), Job’s Tears (율무, Korea), Fresh Ginger (생강, Korea), Jujube (대추, Korea), Korean Angelica Root (당귀, Korea), 7 additional traditional herbs] 30%, Deodeok Root (더덕, Korea) 12%, Citron (유자, Korea) 12%, Liriope Root (맥문동뿌리, Korea) 10%, Fermented Liriope Muscari Root Extract (맥문동뿌리발효원액, Korea) 10%, Magnolia Flower Bud (목련꽃잎, Korea) 6%, Fermented Deodeok Extract (더덕발효액, Korea) 5%, Arrowroot (Kudzu) Root Powder (칡가루/갈근, Korea) 5%, Sugarcane Extract 10%

Volume: 500g

Goji Berry & Deodeok Fermented Ssanghwa Tea (구기자&더덕발효쌍화차)

Full Ingredients List:

12 Korean Medicinal Herbs [Korean Oriental Raisin Tree Fruit (헛개나무열매, Korea), Acanthopanax Fruit (가시오가피열매, Korea), Prepared Rehmannia Root (숙지황, Korea), White Peony Root (백작약, Korea), Fresh Ginger (생강, Korea), 7 additional medicinal herbs] 30%, Deodeok Root (더덕, Korea) 15%, Magnolia Flower Bud (목련꽃잎, Korea) 15%, Fermented Deodeok Extract (더덕발효액, Korea) 10%, Citron (유자, Korea) 10%, Goji Berry Fruit (구기자나무열매, Korea) 10%, Sugarcane Extract 10%

Volume: 500g

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