Start by bringing 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Once the water’s bubbling, reduce the heat and let it simmer. Toss in the dried chrysanthemum flowers, dried gardenia fruit, and a pinch of salt.

Let the flowers and gardenia steep for around 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to mingle. When it’s done, strain the tea into your cups if you prefer. Then, stir in 2-3 tablespoons of rock sugar or honey, depending on how sweet you like it. Serve it hot and enjoy!