Puerh Raw Tea is a unique type of tea that is brewed slightly differently than other teas. In order to fully experience its rich aroma and flavor, the correct brewing procedure is crucial. In this article, we will introduce you to the brewing method of Puerh raw tea in detail, so that you can enjoy this traditional tea at home with ease.
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preliminary
Before you start brewing, you need to prepare the following tools and ingredients:
- Pu-erh Raw Tea Leaves or Tea Cakes (3-5 grams)
- Tea Knife (for prying open tea cakes)
- Covered Bowl or Purple Clay Pot
- teacups
- Boiling water (90-95°C)
brewing step
1. Preheating the tea set
Preheat the gaiwan, zisha pot and teacups using boiling water. Pour the boiling water into the tea set, shake it slightly and pour it out. This step removes odors from the tea set and helps to enhance the aroma of the tea.
2. Tea
Use a tea knife to take an appropriate amount (3-5 grams) of Puerh Raw Tea Leaves and put it into a gaiwan or zisha pot. If using tea cakes, you need to pry them apart first.
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3. Tea washing
Fill the tea set with a small amount of boiling water (about 90-95°C) to infuse the tea leaves and quickly awaken the tea. Swirl the gaiwan or zisha kettle for about 5 seconds and pour off the water. Washing the tea removes dust and impurities from the surface of the tea leaves while awakening the aroma.
4. Formal brewing
Fill the gaiwan or zisha kettle once again with boiling water at a temperature of 90-95°C. Cover the lid and let it stand for 10-20 seconds before pouring out the tea. Adjust the steeping time according to your personal taste. Start with 10 seconds for the first time and gradually increase the steeping time by 5-10 seconds each time.
5. Tea tasting
Pour the tea broth into a teacup and savor it. The tea broth of Puerh raw tea is usually bright yellow in color, slightly sweet in the mouth, with a sweet aftertaste. After each brewing, you can adjust the next steeping time according to the strength of the tea broth.
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Brewing Tips and Precautions
Water temperature control
The appropriate brewing temperature for Puerh raw tea is 90-95°C. Too high a water temperature will make the tea bitter and astringent, while too low a water temperature will make it difficult to fully release the aroma and flavor of the tea. A thermometer can be used to accurately control the water temperature to ensure that the best flavor is achieved in each brew.
Tea to water ratio
The tea-water ratio of Puerh raw tea is usually 3-5 grams of tea leaves per 200 milliliters of water. The amount of tea leaves can be adjusted according to personal taste. If you like strong tea, you can increase the amount of tea leaves appropriately; if you like light tea soup, you can reduce the amount of tea leaves.
Multiple brews
Puerh raw tea is characterized by its resistance to brewing, and can be brewed many times in one cast. Usually, it can be brewed 8-10 times or even more. The time for each brewing can be gradually extended to maintain the flavor and consistency of the tea broth.
Tea Tasting Environment
Tasting tea in a quiet and comfortable environment can better experience the aroma and flavor of Puerh raw tea. Tea tasting can be accompanied by soft music or books to relax and delight the body and mind.
summarize
Brewing Puerh raw tea is not only a technique, but also a way to enjoy life. Through the correct brewing method, you can fully experience the unique charm and rich cultural connotation of Puerh raw tea. We hope that this article will be helpful to you, so that you can easily brew a good cup of tea at home.
Whether you are a novice or a tea ceremony enthusiast, you can find the most suitable brewing method for yourself through continuous practice and exploration. Enjoy the serenity and pleasure brought by each brew of Puerh Raw Tea, and feel the beauty of nature hidden in the tea broth.
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