Understanding Dahongpao Tea
Dahongpao tea is a famous Wuyi rock tea produced in Wuyi Mountain, Fujian Province. It is known for its unique flavor and rich history. Dahongpao's tea leaves are dark in color, with curly and glossy leaves, reddish tea broth, and a mellow taste with a distinctive roasted aroma and sweet aftertaste.
preliminary
To make a good pot of Dahongpao tea, you first need to prepare the following utensils:
- Purple clay pot or porcelain bowl
- Electric kettles or other temperature-controlled heating appliances
- Justice Cups and Tea Tasting Cups
soaking step
The process of brewing Dahongpao tea requires attention to water temperature and steeping time, so as to fully release the aroma and flavor of the tea.
Step 1: Warm the pot
Rinse the tea set (e.g. purple clay pot or gaiwan) with hot water, which will evenly heat the tea set and help to better bring out the aroma of the tea.
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Step 2: Place the tea
Depending on the size of the tea set, you can usually take 5-7 grams of tea leaves into the tea set at a time. For beginners, start with less tea and gradually increase to find the strength that suits you best.
Step 3: Moisten the tea
Pour hot water (90-95℃) into the tea set and pour it out quickly, this step is called "moistening the tea", which can wash away the dust on the surface of the tea leaves, and at the same time awaken the aroma of the tea leaves.
Step 4: Brewing
Fill the tea set with hot water again, cover and steep for 20-30 seconds, then pour the tea broth into the fairway cups and distribute to the tasting cups for sipping. The first steeping time can be slightly shorter, and each subsequent steeping is appropriately extended by 10-20 seconds.
Step 5: Multiple brews
Dahongpao tea can be brewed several times, and each brew will bring a different flavor experience. The first brew is rich with baking aroma; the second brew is smoother with a light fruity flavor; and the third and fourth brews will have a distinct honey and floral aroma.
Tea Making Tips
To better enjoy Dahongpao tea, try the following tips:
- Use pure water to make tea so that impurities in the water can be avoided from affecting the taste of the tea.
- Control the water temperature between 90-95℃, which is the best temperature for brewing Dahongpao tea.
- Properly adjust the time of each brewing to avoid too long steeping resulting in bitter tea.
Taste Dahongpao
Dahongpao tea broth is reddish in color and mellow in the mouth with a unique baking aroma and sweet aftertaste. The flavor changes with each brew, from strong baking aroma to smooth fruity aroma, to honey and floral aroma, leaving a lingering aftertaste.
Through repeated brewing and careful savoring, you will discover the rich layers and deep connotations of Dahongpao. This tea is not only a beverage, but also a cultural experience that deserves to be experienced with care.
concluding remarks
The method of brewing Dahongpao tea leaves may seem simple, but it requires care and patience. Every detail affects the final taste of the tea. With constant practice and adjustments, you will surely be able to brew a perfect cup of Dahongpao tea and enjoy its unique flavor and long history of tea culture.
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