White Peony tea is named after its fat buds and green and white leaves, which are shaped like blooming peony flowers. As one of the six major types of tea in China, white peony tea not only tastes fresh and sweet, but also has many benefits and functions. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to make white peony tea, so you can enjoy the fresh flavor at home.
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preliminary
Before you start making tea, you first need to prepare the tools and tea leaves for making tea. You will need a clear glass pot or a white porcelain pot so that you can better watch the tea leaves stretching in the water. For the tea leaves, choose a high quality white peony tea. The quality of the tea leaves directly affects the flavor and taste of the tea broth.
Warming the cup and washing the tea
The first step is to warm the cups so that the aroma of the tea can be better stimulated. Pour boiling water into the teapot and teacups, shake them slightly and pour them out. The next step is to wash the tea. Put the right amount of white peony tea into the pot, pour a small amount of boiling water into it and pour it out quickly. This step not only removes any dust from the surface of the tea leaves, but also allows the tea leaves to begin to wake up and get ready for the brewing that follows.
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temperature of tea-making water
White peony tea has certain requirements on water temperature, too high water temperature will destroy the beneficial ingredients in the tea leaves and affect the taste of the tea broth. It is usually recommended to use a water temperature of around 80°C to brew tea, which allows the tea leaves to fully release their aroma and flavor without making the tea broth bitter. You can leave the boiling water for a few minutes and wait for the temperature to drop before using it to brew tea.
Procedure for making tea
Now onto the core steps of making the tea. Put an appropriate amount of white peony tea leaves into the teapot, usually 3-5 grams of tea leaves per person is enough. Then pour in hot water at around 80°C, about one-third of the teapot's capacity, and shake the teapot slightly to allow the tea leaves to slowly stretch out in the water. Next, continue to pour in hot water until the teapot is seven to eight percent full.
Soaking time
The first steeping time of White Peony tea should not be too long, usually controlled at 1-2 minutes, the exact time can be adjusted according to personal taste. If you like a thicker tea, you can extend the steeping time slightly, but it should not exceed 3 minutes. After the first infusion is poured out, you can drink it directly or pour it into a fair cup to distribute.
Follow-up tea making
White Peony tea is resistant to steeping and can usually be steeped 3-5 times. The brewing time can be slightly extended each time, but should not exceed 5 minutes. As the number of times the tea is steeped increases, the color of the tea broth will gradually become lighter and the flavor will change, but it still maintains its fresh aroma and sweet taste.
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Tea Time
A perfect cup of White Peony tea is not only a pleasure for the palate, but also a relaxation for the mind. During the tea tasting process, you can quietly watch the tea leaves dancing in the water and feel the purity from nature. When the tea enters your mouth, take a sip and savor the sweetness and fragrance, as if you are in the middle of a tea garden, enjoying the tranquility and beauty.
Effects of White Peony Tea
White Peony tea not only tastes good, but also has many benefits and effects. It is rich in tea polyphenols and amino acids, which help to improve immunity, antioxidant and delay aging. Meanwhile, white peony tea also has the effect of clearing heat and detoxification, lowering blood fat and blood sugar. Drinking white peony tea regularly is good for your health.
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caveat
Although white peony tea has many benefits, you need to be careful about drinking it in moderation. Excessive consumption may cause stomach upset. In addition, pregnant women and children should drink white peony tea with caution to avoid affecting their health.
Overall, making tea is an art and a process of enjoying life. With the above steps, you can easily brew a cup of fragrant white peony tea at home and enjoy that gift from nature.
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