Brewing tea is an art, especially brewing Yunnan ancient tree Puerh tea. Ancient tree Puerh tea is loved by the majority of tea lovers for its unique flavor and deep cultural heritage. So, how can you make a cup of ancient tree Puerh tea with good color and flavor? In this article, we will introduce the correct way to brew Yunnan ancient tree Puerh tea and some tips, so that you can easily enjoy this unique tea at home.
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What is Yunnan Ancient Tree Puerh Tea
Yunnan Ancient Tree Pu-erh Tea is Pu-erh tea made from the leaves of large-leafed tea trees in Yunnan. These tea trees usually grow in the high mountain areas of Yunnan, and some of them are even more than a few hundred years old, with very superior tea quality. Due to the pure growing environment of the ancient tea trees and the unique harvesting process, ancient tree Pu'er tea has a unique aroma and flavor.
Preparation for Brewing Ancient Tree Puerh Tea
Preparation before brewing is crucial and directly affects the quality of the final tea broth.
Choosing the right tea set
First, choose the right tea set. We recommend using a purple clay pot, a covered bowl or a glass tea set. Purple clay pots can better retain the aroma of the tea leaves, while covered bowls are convenient for observing the stretching of the tea leaves. A glass tea set allows you to appreciate the color changes of the tea broth.
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Prepare the water.
The quality of the water used to make tea is very critical. It is recommended to use mineral water or pure water, avoid hard water or tap water, as the impurities in these water qualities will affect the flavor of the tea broth. The water temperature should be controlled between 90-95°C. Such water temperature can fully release the aroma and flavor of ancient tree Puerh tea.
Tea dosage
Generally speaking, about 8-10 grams of ancient tree Puerh tea is needed to brew one pot of tea (200 ml). The amount of tea can be increased or decreased according to personal taste.
Steps for brewing Yunnan ancient tree Puerh tea
The process of brewing ancient tree Puerh tea requires care and patience, and each step is related to the final flavor of the tea.
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thermos flask
Before making tea, scald the tea set with hot water, which not only cleans the tea set, but also raises the temperature of the tea set, which helps to release the tea aroma better.
wash tea
Put the right amount of tea leaves into the tea set, pour in a small amount of hot water and pour it out quickly. This step is to wash away the impurities on the surface of the tea leaves and is also called waking up the tea so that the tea leaves can better release the aroma.
make tea
Pour in the right amount of hot water, cover and let it stand for 10-20 seconds. The time for each brew can be gradually extended according to personal taste. Ancient tree Pu-erh tea is resistant to steeping, and can usually be steeped for more than 10 times, with different flavor changes in each brew.
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serve (tea)
The brewed tea broth is poured into a fairway cup and then divided into teacups. The fairway cups even out the concentration of the tea broth so that each cup of tea has a consistent flavor.
Tea Tasting Tips
Observe the tea broth
Before tasting the tea, observe the color of the tea broth. The color of tea broth of ancient tree Pu'er tea is generally reddish brown, translucent and free of impurities, which indicates that the tea leaves are of high quality.
scent
Hold the tea cup close to your nose, take a deep breath and smell the aroma of the tea broth. Ancient tree Pu'er tea is rich in aroma, with a variety of aroma levels such as aged, floral and fruity.
good taste
Take a small sip and let the tea slowly spread in your mouth to fully feel the flavor of the tea. Ancient tree Puerh tea has a mellow flavor, long-lasting sweetness, and a cool sensation in the mouth after drinking.
Storage Methods of Ancient Tree Puerh Tea
dry and ventilated
Ancient tree Puerh tea needs to be stored in a ventilated and dry place to avoid moisture and mold. You can choose bamboo tubes, clay pots or cardboard boxes for storage.
Avoiding odors
Tea tends to absorb odors, so store it away from odorous items such as perfumes and spices.
constant temperature and humidity
The temperature and humidity of the storage environment should be stable, avoiding high temperature and excessive humidity. The suitable temperature is between 20-25℃ and the relative humidity is controlled at 50-60%.
concluding remarks
Brewing Yunnan ancient tree Puerh tea is not only a kind of enjoyment, but also a kind of cultivation. In the process of brewing tea, feel the changes of the tea leaves and savor the different levels of the tea broth, which is a kind of communication with nature. I hope this article can help you master the method of brewing Yunnan Ancient Tree Puerh Tea, so that you can also enjoy this unique tea flavor at home. If you have any questions about brewing tea, please feel free to leave a message and we will discuss and exchange together.
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