Korean Liriope Root | Snake's Beard | 6 oz
Kosbee Korean Liriope Root is 100% pure dried liriope — maekmundong (맥문동), also called snake's beard or ophiopogon — grown in Korea, caffeine-free with 0 calories and no additives, with a mild, nutty-sweet flavor that's easy to drink as an everyday tea.
Unlike the harsh, medicinal taste people often expect from herbal roots, maekmundong is gentle and mellow — closer to barley or dunggulle tea. Each resealable pouch holds 6 oz (170 g).
True comfort starts deep, not on the surface. Maekmundong has long been a gentle, everyday root in Korean tea, brewed for its mild, mellow, nutty-sweet character. Kosbee selects clean Korean-grown roots and dries them with nothing added, so a warm cup brings a quiet, refreshing pause to a dry day.
Mild and Easy to Drink, Not Bitter
Many herbal roots taste sharply medicinal, which is the most common complaint shoppers have. Maekmundong is different — soft, lightly nutty and naturally a little sweet, so it's gentle enough that even kids can enjoy it.
It is a Product of Korea, cleaned and dried from plump roots with no grit, for a clear, smooth cup you can trust.
What's in the Pouch
- 100% Korean Liriope Root (Maekmundong / 맥문동)
- Pure dried root grown in Korea, cleaned and ready, with no additives.
- Mild, Nutty-Sweet Flavor
- None of the harsh medicinal bitterness some herbs have — closer to barley or dunggulle tea.
- 0 Calories, Caffeine-Free
- 0 calories, no fat or sugar, and no caffeine, so it's easy to sip like water all day.
- Plump, Clean Roots
- Washed and dried plump roots with no grit, for a clear, smooth cup.
The 6 oz (170 g) pouch makes about 18 servings (4 tsp / 9 g each) — plenty for daily tea or broth.
How to Brew Korean Liriope Root
For daily tea, rinse 0.35 to 0.5 oz (10 to 15 g) of root, add to 1 to 1.5 quarts (1 to 1.5 liters) of water, bring to a boil, then simmer on low for 30 to 40 minutes; chill and drink it like water.
For a traditional recipe, simmer it with Kosbee ginseng and schisandra berry (omija) to make saengmaeksan, a classic Korean summer drink.
For broth, add a few spoonfuls to samgyetang or galbitang for extra body and a savory depth.
How to Enjoy It Safely
Maekmundong has a mild, light flavor, but if you have a sensitive stomach or loose digestion, start with a lighter brew and enjoy it in moderation.
If you are pregnant or nursing, or take prescription medication, talk to your doctor before drinking it regularly.
Allergen note: Packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and milk products. If you have a related food allergy, please check the printed package label before use.
Common Questions About Maekmundong
Is this liriope root grown in Korea?
Yes. Kosbee Korean Liriope Root is 100% pure dried maekmundong grown in Korea, with no additives and 0 calories. It is cleaned, packed in a resealable pouch, and shipped from our Ridgefield, New Jersey location, so you get a clean, single-ingredient root with a clear origin.
How do I make liriope root tea?
Rinse 0.35 to 0.5 oz (10 to 15 g) of root, add to 1 to 1.5 quarts (1 to 1.5 liters) of water, bring to a boil, then simmer on low for 30 to 40 minutes. It's mild and nutty-sweet, so you can drink it warm or chilled like water. You can also simmer it into broths.
Are there any allergens or cautions?
Allergen note: this product is packaged in the same facility as peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, and milk products, so check the package label if you have a related allergy. If you have a sensitive stomach, start with a lighter brew, and if you are pregnant, nursing, or take medication, talk to your doctor first.
How is Korean liriope different from other liriope?
Maekmundong is often sold as an acupuncture-clinic prescription or an anonymous bulk import. Kosbee's is a Product of Korea with clear Nutrition Facts and allergen labeling, cleaned and ready to brew — a milder, nutty-sweet root rather than a harsh, dusty one.
Bring This Korean Root Home
Want a mild, caffeine-free Korean root tea you can drink like water? Explore More Korean Herbs at Kosbee. Sourced by Kosbee and shipped from our New Jersey warehouse within 1 business day.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
