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  nahm yah

 

Thailand

Nahm yah, i.e. Chinese herbal tea, is an invigorating tonic that can be found at Chinese herbal stores in Bangkok's Chinatown. There are several varieties that differ in level of bitterness, including bitter tea, twenty-four tea, lo han guo tea and gherrysanthamun tea.

 

Noticed the calabashes on top of the kettle with taps. These refer to supernatural shielding and healing, as in the past physicians would carry medicine with them inside a calabash, which ever since has been regarded as a legendary symbol associated with healing, as well as the fact that its shape resembles the auspicious number eight (8), that is associated with wealth and longevity.

 

  nahm yah