{
  "id": 3678017,
  "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",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-27T06:02:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/travel-food/20260827/seoul-cheongkwanjang-debut-royal-tea-snack-souvenir-set"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Seoul's municipal government has teamed up with Korea Ginseng Corp. (KGC) to introduce a luxurious souvenir set that breathes new life into royal tea culture from the Joseon Dynasty. The Royal Legacy Assorted, set to launch on Friday, is the second such collaboration between the local government and KGC's signature red ginseng brand, CheongKwanJang. This premium package pays homage to historical court traditions while incorporating Korea's renowned wellness practices, all contained within an elegant mint-colored gift box shaped like Gwanghwamun. Nestled inside are two unique CheongKwanJang creations: Ginseng Giyul, a blend featuring six-year-old red ginseng concentrate infused with citrus peel, and Ginseng Onyu, further elaborations of which are not specified in the source.",
  "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…",
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      {
        "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",
        "published": "2026-08-27T05:52:03.000Z"
      }
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  "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."
}