If you're a tea lover, you certainly won't want to miss out on Melon Sliced Tea. This tea is not only aromatic, but also rich in nutrients, is a jewel in the tea. However, there is a lot to be said for making a good cup of tea. Today, let's talk in detail about how to brew melon slices tea to maximize its aroma and taste.
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What is Melon Sliced Tea?
Before we learn how to brew melon slices tea, let's briefly introduce this tea. Gua Slices Tea, also known as Liu'an Gua Slices, is a type of green tea that is mainly produced in the Dabie Mountain area of Lu'an City, Anhui Province, China. Its unique flaky shape and refreshing flavor make it stand out among many green teas. The production process of Gua Si tea is quite unique, using traditional handmade techniques and refined through multiple processes such as greening, kneading and drying.
Preparation for brewing melon slices tea
To make a good cup of melon slices tea, the preparation can not be sloppy. First of all, choose a suitable tea set. Generally speaking, glass cups or white porcelain cups are the best choice, because this can better appreciate the tea leaves in the water stretching the beautiful posture. Secondly, choose a good quality water source. The best way to make tea is to use spring water or pure water, because the quality of water directly affects the taste of tea.
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Specific steps for making tea
Next, let's take a step-by-step look at the exact steps for making tea.
1. Warm the cup:Rinse the teacups in hot water first, the purpose of which is to raise the temperature of the teacups and also serve as a cleaning agent.
2. Take the tea:Take 3-5 grams of melon slices tea into a teacup. This amount can be increased or decreased according to personal taste.
3. Water injection:The temperature of the water used to brew Melon Slices tea is very delicate, and is best controlled at about 80-85 degrees Celsius. Too high water temperature will destroy the nutrients in the tea, and too low water temperature can not fully stimulate the tea flavor. When pouring water, you can use a hanging pot high flush, so that the tea leaves in the water roll, fully release the aroma.
4. Tea-making time:The time control of the first bubble of tea can be 1-2 minutes, and each subsequent bubble can be extended according to personal taste, but generally no more than 3 minutes. Brewed tea should be taken out in time, so as not to over-strength the tea soup.
Tips for making tea
In addition to the above basic steps, there are also some tips to make your melon slices tea more fragrant and better. For example, you can pour off part of the tea broth during the first brew, which is called "tea washing", which can remove the impurities on the surface of the tea leaves and make the tea broth clearer. Also, keep your mood happy when making tea, so that the tea will be more fragrant and sweet.
Health Benefits of Melon Slices Tea
Melon slice tea not only tastes good, but also has many health benefits. It is rich in vitamin C, amino acids and tea polyphenols, with refreshing and revitalizing, fat reduction and weight loss, antioxidant and many other effects. Long-term consumption is very beneficial to health.
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How to Preserve Melon Slices Tea
Preservation is also a learning process in order to keep the aroma and nutrients of Melon Sliced Tea intact. First of all, the tea should be stored in a sealed container, avoiding contact with air and sunlight. Secondly, it is best to keep it in a cool and dry place to extend the shelf life of the tea. Finally, it is recommended to buy and use the tea in batches and not to buy too much at a time to ensure the freshness of the tea.
To summarize, brewing a good cup of melon slice tea requires care and patience. By choosing quality tea leaves and water source, controlling the water temperature and brewing time, and adding some tips, you will be able to brew a cup of fragrant and full-bodied melon slices tea. I hope this article can help you better enjoy the good time brought by melon slices tea.
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