Dried Wu Mei (Chinese Plum)™ — 220 g

Dark whole fruits. Distinctive tartness. A traditional Chinese pantry ingredient with unmistakable character.

Discover Dried Wu Mei / 乌梅干 (Wu Mei Gan), a traditional Chinese dried plum ingredient known for its dark, deeply wrinkled appearance and pronounced tart, fruit-forward character.

Unlike milder dried fruits, Wu Mei offers a deeper and more assertive sensory experience. Its defining character is tart rather than strongly sweet, making it especially interesting for people exploring traditional Chinese pantry ingredients beyond familiar Goji Berries, Mulberries and dried flowers.

With 220 g / 7.76 oz of whole dried Wu Mei, this practical pantry format is suited to traditional-inspired simmered fruit drinks, botanical fruit combinations and appropriate culinary recipes.

Why You’ll Appreciate It

• 220 g / 7.76 oz — a generous pantry size for repeated preparation

• Whole dried Wu Mei — whole fruits rather than powder, extract or a premixed blend

• Distinctive tart character — bold, fruity, deep and noticeably different from sweeter dried fruits

• Traditional Chinese ingredient — known as Wu Mei / 乌梅 and Wu Mei Gan / 乌梅干

• Naturally distinctive appearance — dark brown to nearly black with deeply wrinkled whole-fruit texture

• Ideal for simmering — particularly suited to traditional-inspired simmered fruit preparations

• Versatile pantry ingredient — explore in suitable fruit drinks, botanical combinations and culinary recipes

• A different fruit experience — an interesting contrast to Goji, Mulberry, Jujube and other familiar dried fruits

Product at a Glance

• Product: Dried Wu Mei (Chinese Plum)™

• Chinese name: 乌梅干

• Traditional name: Wu Mei / 乌梅

• Pinyin: Wu Mei Gan

• Also known as: Chinese Dried Plum

• Form: Whole dried fruits

• Net weight: 220 g / 7.76 oz

• Appearance: Dark brown to nearly black, naturally wrinkled whole fruits

• Flavour: Tart · Fruity · Deep · Distinctive

• Category: Traditional Chinese dried fruit / botanical pantry ingredient

• Preparation: Simmered fruit drinks · Botanical fruit combinations · Appropriate culinary recipes

• Tea leaves: Contains no Camellia sinensis tea leaves

• Packaging: Storage container

• Best for: Home cooks · Traditional-inspired drinks · Pantry exploration · Botanical ingredient enthusiasts

Natural dried fruits may vary slightly in colour, size, shape, texture, tartness and flavour between batches.

What Is Wu Mei / 乌梅?

Wu Mei / 乌梅 is a traditional Chinese dried plum ingredient recognizable by its dark colour, deeply wrinkled skin and pronounced tart character.

It is a dried fruit ingredient rather than conventional tea.

This places Wu Mei naturally within a broader traditional Chinese pantry alongside dried fruits, roots, flowers, seeds, citrus and other botanical ingredients.

In dried form, it may also be referred to as Wu Mei Gan / 乌梅干.

For someone exploring Chinese dried-fruit traditions, Wu Mei stands apart because of its dark whole-fruit appearance, bold tartness and simmered preparation style.

What Does Wu Mei Gan Mean?

Wu Mei / 乌梅 is the traditional ingredient name.

Wu Mei Gan / 乌梅干 refers to dried Wu Mei fruit.

On this product page:

Wu Mei · 乌梅 · Wu Mei Gan · 乌梅干 · Dried Wu Mei · Chinese Dried Plum

all refer to the whole dried fruit ingredient contained in this package.

These related names make the ingredient easier to identify across English, pinyin and Chinese-language searches.

Taste & Character

Dried Wu Mei offers a stronger fruit experience than many mild botanical ingredients.

Flavour Character:
Tart · Fruity · Deep · Distinctive

Its defining characteristic is pronounced tartness rather than strong sweetness.

Depending on the fruit and preparation method, deeper fruit notes can become more noticeable as Wu Mei is simmered or incorporated into a recipe.

For someone accustomed to sweet dried fruits, Wu Mei offers a noticeably different experience.

How to Enjoy Dried Wu Mei

Wu Mei is particularly associated with simmered fruit preparations rather than conventional quick-steep tea.

Always follow the preparation directions provided on the product packaging or a recipe specifically intended for dried Wu Mei.

Simmered Fruit Preparation

Measure the recommended amount of whole dried Wu Mei according to the product directions or recipe.

Place the fruit in a suitable preparation vessel, add the recommended amount of water and simmer according to the preparation method being followed.

Allow the whole fruit to gradually release its deeper tart character into the water.

Traditional-Inspired Drinks

Wu Mei may be incorporated into suitable traditional-inspired fruit drinks when following an appropriate recipe.

Because recipes can differ considerably in ingredient ratios, water volume and preparation time, avoid assuming standard tea-brewing parameters.

Botanical Fruit Combinations

Wu Mei may also be combined with compatible dried fruits or botanical ingredients when called for by an appropriate recipe.

Culinary Preparations

Depending on the recipe, Dried Wu Mei may be incorporated into other suitable food preparations.

Always follow guidance appropriate to the specific recipe.

Is Wu Mei a Tea?

No. Wu Mei is not a conventional tea-leaf product.

Traditional green tea, white tea, black tea, oolong and pu-erh are produced from Camellia sinensis.

Wu Mei is a dried fruit ingredient.

Although it can be used to prepare a drink, the result is more accurately described as a fruit or botanical preparation rather than conventional tea.

This distinction is particularly useful for someone discovering Wu Mei through tea culture but wanting to understand exactly what type of ingredient they are purchasing.

Wu Mei vs. Dried Mulberry

Wu Mei and Dried Mulberry are both dried fruits, but they offer very different sensory experiences.

Wu Mei

• Whole dried Chinese plum ingredient

• Dark, compact and deeply wrinkled

• Pronounced tartness

• Deep and distinctive fruit character

• Particularly associated with simmered preparations

Dried Mulberry

• Whole dried Mulberry fruit

• Larger, elongated and textured

• Naturally sweeter

• Fruity and mellow

• Suitable for infusions, tea pairings and appropriate recipes

For someone looking for a stronger tart-fruit character, Wu Mei offers a very different experience from Dried Mulberry.

Dried Mulberry is generally sweeter and more approachable, while Wu Mei provides a deeper and more assertive tart profile.

A Distinctive Addition to the Chinese Pantry

Wu Mei fits naturally alongside:

Goji Berries · Dried Mulberries · Jujube · Citrus Peel · Botanical Roots · Dried Flowers · Traditional Dried Fruits

Its dark whole-fruit appearance and pronounced tart character add contrast to a pantry filled with milder, sweeter or more delicate ingredients.

It is particularly suited to home cooks, botanical ingredient enthusiasts and people interested in traditional Chinese fruit drinks and pantry staples.

For someone gradually exploring Chinese ingredients, Wu Mei introduces a distinctly different flavour category and preparation style.

Storage & Care

Keep the container tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, moisture, excessive humidity and strong odours.

Use clean, dry utensils when handling the fruit and reseal the container promptly after use.

Refer to the product packaging for applicable date information and any additional storage or preparation instructions.

Product Guidance

Always follow the preparation and ingredient information provided on the product packaging.

If you have allergies, take medication, have a medical condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are unsure whether Wu Mei is appropriate for you, consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.

This information is provided for general product guidance and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wu Mei?

Wu Mei / 乌梅 is a traditional Chinese dried plum ingredient known for its dark, deeply wrinkled whole-fruit appearance and distinctive tart character.

What is Wu Mei Gan?

Wu Mei Gan / 乌梅干 refers to dried Wu Mei fruit.

This product contains Wu Mei in whole dried form.

How much Wu Mei is included?

This package contains 220 g / 7.76 oz of whole Dried Wu Mei.

Is this whole Wu Mei or powder?

This product is presented as whole dried fruits.

It is not powdered and is not a premixed botanical blend.

What does Wu Mei taste like?

Wu Mei typically has a pronounced tart, fruity, deep and distinctive character.

Its flavour is stronger and more assertive than many mild or naturally sweet dried fruits.

Is Wu Mei sweet or tart?

Its defining character is tart rather than strongly sweet.

Exact flavour intensity may vary according to the fruit and preparation method.

Is Wu Mei the same as a regular dried plum?

Not necessarily.

Wu Mei is a traditional Chinese dried plum ingredient with its own characteristic appearance, tart flavour profile and preparation context.

It should not automatically be treated as the same product as an ordinary supermarket dried plum.

Is Wu Mei the same as a prune?

Not necessarily.

Although both are dried plum-related ingredients, Wu Mei has a distinct traditional Chinese ingredient identity, appearance and tart flavour character.

It should not automatically be treated as the same product as a conventional prune.

Is Wu Mei a tea?

No.

Wu Mei is a dried fruit rather than leaves from Camellia sinensis.

It can be incorporated into appropriate drink preparations, but it is not conventional tea.

Can Wu Mei be prepared as a drink?

Yes. Wu Mei can be explored through appropriate traditional-inspired fruit preparations.

Follow the product directions or a recipe specifically designed for dried Wu Mei.

Is Wu Mei usually steeped or simmered?

Wu Mei is particularly associated with simmered fruit preparations rather than conventional quick-steep tea.

Preparation methods can vary, so follow the product-specific directions or an appropriate recipe.

Can Wu Mei be used in recipes?

Yes. Depending on the recipe, Dried Wu Mei may be incorporated into traditional-inspired fruit, botanical or culinary preparations.

Is Wu Mei the same as Dried Mulberry?

No.

Wu Mei and Dried Mulberry are different fruits with different forms and flavour profiles.

Wu Mei is darker, more compact and generally much more tart, while Dried Mulberry is typically sweeter and more fruit-forward.

Who is Dried Wu Mei best for?

Dried Wu Mei is particularly suited to home cooks, botanical ingredient enthusiasts, people interested in traditional Chinese fruit drinks and anyone exploring tart dried fruits or Chinese pantry ingredients.

How should Dried Wu Mei be stored?

Keep the container tightly closed and store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, moisture and strong odours.

Use clean, dry utensils when handling the fruit.

Bring a Deeper Fruit Character Home

Dark whole fruits. Distinctive tartness. A traditional ingredient with unmistakable character.

Discover Wu Mei through traditional-inspired drinks. Explore its deeper tart fruit character. Add it alongside Goji Berries, Mulberries, Citrus Peel and other Chinese pantry ingredients.

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