Tanghulu is a bright, glossy skewer of tart hawthorn berries wrapped in a thin, crackly sugar shell. The finished snack is crisp, juicy, sweet, and sharply fruity, with a satisfying glass-like snap in every bite.

Shanzha Bing is a delicate sweet made from tart hawthorn cooked into a smooth, ruby-red sheet and wrapped around soft sweet red bean paste. The finished rolls are gently chewy, fruity, and bright, with a classic Chinese sweet-and-tangy balance.