Pu-erh tea is a famous tea in China, which is categorized into raw tea and ripe tea. Ripe tea is fermented and has a unique aged aroma and rich flavor. Many people love its rich flavor, but it takes some skills to brew a good pot of Puerh ripe tea. Today, we will share the detailed steps on how to brew Puerh ripe tea perfectly.
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preliminary
The first step in brewing Puerh ripe tea is to prepare all the tools and materials needed. This includes tea utensils, tea leaves and water.
- Tea set:A teapot or covered bowl, a fairway cup, several teacups, tea strainer and tea clip.
- Tea:For quality Puerh ripe tea, it is recommended to choose tea that has been stored for a long period of time for a more mellow taste.
- Water:It is best to use mineral or purified water with a temperature of 95-100 degrees Celsius.
Warming the cup and washing the tea
Before officially brewing the tea, we need to warm the cup and wash the tea. This is to remove impurities and dust from the tea leaves and also to awaken the aroma of the tea.
Warm cup:Pour boiling water into the teapot, fairing cups and teacups, shake gently and allow the hot water to warm the entire vessel, then pour.
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Tea washing:Take an appropriate amount of tea leaves (about 8 grams), put them into a teapot or a covered bowl, pour in a small amount of boiling water and pour it out quickly. This step is mainly to clean the tea leaves and awaken their aroma.
first puff
After washing the tea, it's time for the first steep. Pour boiling water into the teapot and steep for 20 seconds. Then, pour the tea broth into a fair cup and divide it into individual teacups.
The tea broth that comes out of this step is deep red in color, rich in aroma and sweet in the mouth. Remember to distribute the tea broth evenly so that each cup of tea has a consistent flavor.
refill (a bubble)
Puerh ripe tea can be refreshed many times, usually 7-10 times, with each steeping time gradually increasing. The second steeping time is 30 seconds, the third is 40 seconds, and each subsequent steeping increases by 10 seconds.
As the number of refills increases, the color of the tea soup will fade, but the aroma and taste remain rich. Each brew can bring a different taste experience, which is the fun part of the tea tasting process.
Tea Soup Tasting
The process of tasting Puerh ripe tea is a kind of enjoyment. The color of the tea broth is red, thick and bright. Then smell the aroma, savoring the aroma of aging, wood and honey in the tea. Finally, taste the flavor, which is mellow in the mouth with a long-lasting aftertaste.
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When you sip tea, you can serve it with some light refreshments, such as melon seeds and red dates, so that you can feel the flavor of the tea better.
Storing Tea
The storage of Puerh ripe tea is also a very important part. Tea should be stored in a dry, ventilated and odorless environment, avoiding direct sunlight and high temperatures. It is best to store in containers with good air permeability such as ceramic jars or cardboard boxes.
Properly stored Pu-erh ripe tea is a tea that can be kept for a long time as its quality and taste get better and better with time.
tip
1. When brewing Puerh ripe tea, the water temperature must be high so as to fully release the aroma and flavor of the tea leaves.
2. Whenever you take tea leaves, use a tea clip instead of your hands to avoid the sweat and oil on your hands affecting the quality of the tea.
3. Keep a happy mood when making tea, so that the tea will be more flavorful.
Brewing Puerh Ripe Tea is a meticulous process, but with the right method, everyone can make a good pot of tea. We hope the above steps and tips can help you better enjoy the delicious flavor of Puerh Ripe Tea.
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