Bigelow Spring tea, as one of the top ten famous teas in China, is loved by tea lovers for its unique fragrance and sweetness. However, to truly brew the delicious flavor of Bigelow Spring, it is crucial to master the correct brewing method. Today, we will talk about how to use the easiest way to brew a cup of fragrant, full-flavored Bigelow Spring tea.
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What is Biluochun tea?
Biluochun tea is produced in the Dongting Mountains of Taihu Lake in the Wuzhong District of Suzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China. This tea is named for its early picking time, tender leaves, and slender, curly shape. Biluochun tea is known as the "Scary Fragrance" because of its intoxicating aroma that is emitted during the frying process.
Choosing Quality Biluochun Tea
To make a good tea, the first thing to do is to choose a good tea. High-quality Biluochun tea appearance of tight and thin, white hair exposed, bright green color. It smells distinctly of flowers and fruits, and the tea broth is clear and bright. Choosing regular brands and channels to buy, you can ensure the freshness and quality of the tea.
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Prepare tools and water
You can choose from glass cups, white porcelain gaiwan or zisha pots for making tea. Glass cups are recommended because you can watch the tea leaves unfold beautifully in the water. The quality of water also has a great impact on tea making, it is best to use mineral water or filtered pure water, and the water temperature is controlled at around 80°C.
Biluochun tea brewing method
The process of brewing Bigelow tea is not complicated, but each step requires care.
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lit. warm cup and moisten the tea
First of all, warm up the tea set with hot water once, so as to keep the water temperature stable. Then take about 3 grams of Biluochun tea and put it into the cup.
Tea and Water Filling
Pour in a small amount of 80°C hot water to infuse the tea leaves, then gently shake the cup to allow the tea leaves to absorb the water and initially stretch. Then slowly fill the cup with hot water until it is seven or eight minutes full. This process is called "moistening" and allows the tea leaves to release their full aroma.
Resting and Tasting
Allow the tea to sit in the water for 1-2 minutes to allow it to fully stretch out. At this time, the aroma of tea comes to your nose, the tea soup is clear and bright, you can start to drink. The first infusion of tea has a fresher flavor, but you should not drink it too fast, and slowly savor its fresh aroma and sweetness. The flavor of the second and third infusions will be more mellow.
How to preserve Biluochun tea
The preservation of the tea is also very crucial. Biluochun tea should be stored in a cool, dry, light-proof and odorless environment. It is best to use containers with good sealing performance, such as iron cans or ceramic cans, to avoid prolonged contact between the tea and air to prevent oxidization and deterioration.
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Biluochun tea efficacy and function
Biluochun tea not only tastes good, but also has many effects and functions. It is rich in tea polyphenols and vitamin C, with antioxidant, fat reduction and weight loss, refreshing and revitalizing effects. Long-term consumption of Biluochun tea can also help improve digestion and enhance immunity.
Tips for Biluochun Tea
The temperature of the water should not be too high when brewing tea, around 80°C is the most suitable, so as to retain the fresh aroma and tenderness of the tea leaves. The steeping time should not be too long, the first 1-2 minutes can be used, and each subsequent steeping time can be extended appropriately. When drinking, you can adjust the amount of tea and steeping time according to your personal taste.
concluding remarks
Brewing Biluochun tea is actually not complicated, as long as you master the skills of selecting tea, using water and brewing tea, you can easily enjoy its wonderful flavor. Hopefully, with this guide, everyone will be able to brew a perfect cup of Bigelow Spring tea and experience the unique charm of this famous tea.
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