Korean Honeysuckle Vine | Indongcho · Lonicera japonica | 2.47 oz
Kosbee Korean Honeysuckle Tea is a caffeine-free herbal tea made from whole Lonicera japonica vine (인동초, Jin Yin Hua) — a Product of Korea, washed and chopped with no added sugar or chemical processing.
What Is Korean Honeysuckle Tea?
Honeysuckle vine — indongcho in Korean, Jin Yin Hua in traditional herbalism — is named for the way it stays green through harsh winter cold (忍冬, "enduring winter"). For centuries it has been simmered in Korea as a traditional seasonal tea with a clean, cooling character.
It is naturally caffeine-free, with a clean, green taste that suits a warm seasonal cup.
Named for surviving the harsh cold with its leaves still green, indongcho — "the vine that endures winter" — has been brewed across Asia for hundreds of years as a cool, clean seasonal cup. Kosbee harvests honeysuckle vine from Korea's clean countryside and cuts it cleanly, with no chemical processing.
A Clean, Cooling-Style Cup
In Korean tradition, honeysuckle is a classic "cooling" herb — the cup many households brew when the seasons turn or the weather runs hot. The flavor is gentle, green, and lightly bitter, which is why it is often simmered with jujube or licorice.
Vine, Not Just the Flower
Most honeysuckle on the market is sold as the flower, often as bulk of uncertain origin. We use the hardy vine (stem), cut to the right size for brewing — a traceable Product of Korea, washed clean and chopped with no chemical processing. Carefully sourced by Kosbee.
Clean Whole Herb
- Single ingredient
- 100% Lonicera japonica vine — no added sugar, dyes, or preservatives.
- Clean label and vegan
- Whole plant, naturally dried — nothing added.
- Washed and chopped
- Cleaned and cut to the ideal size for brewing, with no chemical processing.
How to Brew Honeysuckle Tea
One 2.46 oz (70g) pack makes about 7 servings — roughly 1/3 cup (10g) each.
- Seasonal tea: Rinse 10g of vine, add to about 4–6 cups (1–1.5 liters) of water, bring to a boil, then simmer on low for 20–30 minutes.
- Perfect pairing: On its own it can taste bitter, so simmer with licorice, jujube, or a little honey for a smooth, comforting seasonal cup.
- Short and steady: Enjoy it in shorter stretches — during season changes or on warm days — with breaks in between.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this honeysuckle really from Korea?
Yes. This is Lonicera japonica vine harvested from Korea's clean countryside — a Product of Korea — washed and chopped by Kosbee with no chemical processing. Nothing is added: no sugar, no dyes, and no preservatives, just clean, ready-to-brew vine you can trust.
How do I brew honeysuckle vine tea?
Rinse about 10g (1/3 cup) of vine, add to roughly 4–6 cups (1–1.5 liters) of water, bring to a boil, then simmer on low for 20–30 minutes. It can be bitter alone, so pair it with licorice, jujube, or honey. A 2.46 oz (70g) pack makes about 7 servings.
Any cautions or allergens to know?
The vine contains none of the Big 9 allergens, but it is in the honeysuckle (Caprifoliaceae) family, so use caution if sensitive. Tradition treats it as a "cooling" herb, so if you run cold or have a sensitive stomach, keep portions modest. If pregnant or nursing, consult your healthcare provider first.
How is the vine different from flower honeysuckle?
Most honeysuckle products use the flower, while we use the hardy vine (stem) traditionally simmered as a seasonal tea. The vine holds up well to longer brewing and is cut to the right size for it. Both come from Lonicera japonica; ours is a traceable Product of Korea.
Jin Yin Hua vs. Ren Dong Teng — which honeysuckle herb is this?
Both names come from the same plant, Lonicera japonica, but they refer to different parts. Jin Yin Hua (geumeunhwa in Korean, literally gold-and-silver flower) is the dried flower bud, which is what most honeysuckle tea sold in the West contains. Ren Dong Teng (indongdeung, the winter-enduring vine) is the woody stem with leaves, cut into short pieces and simmered longer for a greener, more bitter cup. This Kosbee product is the vine — ren dong teng — harvested in Korea, not the flower. If a recipe calls for jin yin hua, it means the flower; if it says indongcho or ren dong teng, this vine is the one.
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