MISAI KUCING DRINK

The Misai Kucing plant that I have in my garden needs to be pruned and I am thinking of making a herbal drink with it. Misai Kucing (Orthosiphon Stamineus) beneficial for detoxification, reducing cellulite, treating high blood pressure and diabetes. It is also good for women who suffer from Urinary Tract Infection.
The recipe for making a drink from it is really simple, you just need to pluck fresh misai kucing leaves (about 4 or 5 leaves) and tear them into smaller pieces. Put these into a mug and pour in hot water. Let this steep and keep covered for 10 minutes. The tea is very mild with little colour. If you want something tastier, here is another recipe using Lo Hon Kor.

CAT’S WHISKERS HERBAL DRINK
Ingredients
1 lt water
15-20 fresh cat’s whisker leaves
1 Lor Hon Kor (crushed)
3- 4 tablespoon of brown sugar

Method
Bring to the boil then simmer for 15-20 minutes until the water has reduced by half.
Strain and it is ready to be served.