Qianjiang Rice Tea

Last updated 2026-11-13 — Qianjiang Rice Tea---"In Qianjiang, hospitality runs deep—upon entering, a bowl of rice tea you’ll receive." This is a folk rhyme about local food customs that circulates in the rural areas of Qianjiang, Hubei. Indeed, rice tea is an economical and popular delicacy and beverage. On sweltering summer days, when farmers return from working in the fields, a bowl of rice tea not only cools them down and quenches their thirst but also satisfies hunger and relieves fatigue. When guests arrive, they are first served a bowl of rice tea before being treated to wine and a full meal. Though it may seem rustic, rice tea is refreshingly cool and tasty, with the added benefits of invigorating the spirit and aiding digestion. Those who prefer salt can add it, while those with a sweet tooth can add sugar—the preparation of rice tea is both flexible and simple.