Korea’s Tradition of Drinking Flower Tea.
In Korean tea culture, tea is not limited to leaves. For centuries, people have brewed flowers, roots, stems, and even bark to create natural herbal infusions. These teas are not just beautiful. They are gentle, caffeine-free, and deeply connected to the changing seasons.
Magnolia blossom tea (목련차). ©️Jason.
One of the teas we serve at Heesum is magnolia blossom tea (목련차). With its soft golden color and delicate floral aroma, it offers a quiet, warming experience. Magnolia tea is caffeine-free and often enjoyed in spring, when the trees bloom across Korea. The flavor is subtle and calming, with a natural sweetness that unfolds slowly.
If you are sensitive to caffeine or simply want something light, Korean flower tea is a perfect option. We serve teas made from chrysanthemum, persimmon leaf, lotus, and magnolia, depending on the season. Each one is brewed with care and served as part of our traditional Korean tea ceremony in Seoul.
Flower teas are part of a wider tradition in Korea that values balance and observation. A bowl of tea made from a single blossom can be enough to remind you to slow down and enjoy what is simple and alive.
Jason.
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Jason is the operator of Heesum, a traditional tearoom in Seoul that offers an authentic Korean tea ceremony experience. He hosts Korean tea classes for visitors seeking a quiet cultural activity in Seoul. Before running Heesum, Jason worked in journalism and as a writer for a Fortune 10 company. He is also a painter, photographer, and lifelong tea enthusiast.
When you book a Korean tea ceremony in Seoul at Heesum, Jason will guide the session alongside Songna, a certified tea master with deep training in traditional Korean tea culture. Together, they offer guests a calm and meaningful introduction to Korea’s tea rituals.
