Traditional longan red date tea

Ingredients (serves 10):
50g seeded red dates, soak in water for 10 minutes
75g dried longan, rinse before use
30g fresh ginger, crushed
80g rock sugar or more to taste
3 pandan leaves, knotted

Method:
1. Bring 8 cups water to a rolling boil.
2. Add knotted pandan leaves, softened red dates, rinsed dried longan, crushed fresh ginger and rock sugar. Simmer for 15-20 minutes on moderate heat.
3. Adjust sweetness according to taste. Can be served hot, at room temperature, or chilled.

Recipe source: Lifestyle magazine