{
  "id": 3676652,
  "title": "Seoul, CheongKwanJang debut royal tea, snack souvenir set",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/seoul-cheongkwanjang-debut-royal-tea-snack-souvenir-set",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-27T05:52:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/travel-food/20260827/seoul-cheongkwanjang-debut-royal-tea-snack-souvenir-set"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Seoul and CheongKwanJang have teamed up to introduce a luxurious new souvenir set that pays homage to the royal tea culture of the Joseon Dynasty. The Royal Legacy Assorted package, set to launch on Friday, combines traditional Korean wellness practices with a modern, high-end design.\n\nThe collaboration between the Seoul Metropolitan Government and Korea Ginseng Corp. (KGC) aims to bring a piece of historical court traditions to international travelers. The package, housed in a sleek mint-colored gift box inspired by the architectural lines of Gwanghwamun, features two specialized varieties of CheongKwanJang's Court Secret Tea.\n\nThe first variety, Ginseng Giyul, is a blend of 6-year-old red ginseng concentrate with citrus peel. This unique combination draws inspiration from classical medical remedies documented by Joseon Dynasty court physician Heo Jun. The second variety, Ginseng Onyu, completes the set, offering a taste of the royal experience to those who seek a taste of Korea's rich heritage.",
  "summary": "What was once the pinnacle of hospitality reserved exclusively for Joseon Dynasty royalty is now finding new life as a premier global souvenir. The Seoul Metropolitan Government said Thursday that it is partnering with Korea Ginseng Corp. (KGC) to launch The Royal Legacy Assorted, a high-end souvenir set that reimagines traditional royal tea culture for international travelers. Slated for release…",
  "key_points": [
    "Seoul and CheongKwanJang collaborate on royal tea souvenir set",
    "Package inspired by Joseon Dynasty architecture and design",
    "Ginseng Giyul and Ginseng Onyu varieties included in set"
  ],
  "editors_take": "This collaboration between Seoul and CheongKwanJang brings a piece of Joseon Dynasty royal traditions to international travelers, blending historical court culture with modern design.",
  "illustration": null,
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Seoul, CheongKwanJang debut royal tea, snack souvenir set",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/seoul-cheongkwanjang-debut-royal-tea-snack-souvenir-set-3678017",
        "published": "2026-08-27T06:02:03.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}