Bao An Tang

Taipei Foods


A century-old apothecary that has passed down for three generations continuously innovates to develop teas that cater to modern preferences for health and beauty. By making a reservation in advance, visitors can also tour the apothecary filled with historical artifacts. The popular energy tea available in the shop has a sweet taste and can enhance immunity. It is said that disciples of Master Cheng Yen buy this to offer to the master. On the day of the visit, someone came to buy Chinese medicine to make a herbal wine, which includes 15 types of herbs such as "Ten Complete" and "Millennial Dragon Bone." The owner mentioned that this is better than XO. "Bao'an Tang," now in its third generation, is prepared by owner Chen Xin-Hsiung to pass on to the fourth generation, his daughter-in-law Chen Shi-Hui Mei. Due to its long history, all the props in the shop have a story behind them—cups and plates used by the former governor Zhou Zhi-Rou from 50 years ago, and the owner's pride, the Huanghuali scales and bamboo scales, which he claims are more precious than gold. Recommended products: Sour Plum Soup, Roselle Tea, Herbal Tea, Six Gods Plum.

Address:No. 89, Zhongzheng Rd, Tamsui District, New Taipei City 251

Bao An Tang Introduction

A century-old apothecary that has passed down for three generations continuously innovates to develop teas that cater to modern preferences for health and beauty. By making a reservation in advance, visitors can also tour the apothecary filled with historical artifacts. The popular energy tea available in the shop has a sweet taste and can enhance immunity. It is said that disciples of Master Cheng Yen buy this to offer to the master. On the day of the visit, someone came to buy Chinese medicine to make a herbal wine, which includes 15 types of herbs such as "Ten Complete" and "Millennial Dragon Bone." The owner mentioned that this is better than XO. "Bao'an Tang," now in its third generation, is prepared by owner Chen Xin-Hsiung to pass on to the fourth generation, his daughter-in-law Chen Shi-Hui Mei. Due to its long history, all the props in the shop have a story behind them—cups and plates used by the former governor Zhou Zhi-Rou from 50 years ago, and the owner's pride, the Huanghuali scales and bamboo scales, which he claims are more precious than gold. Recommended products: Sour Plum Soup, Roselle Tea, Herbal Tea, Six Gods Plum.

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