Broken Silver Tea is a unique and precious Pu-erh tea whose tea bricks are broken like silver, hence the name "Broken Silver Tea". This tea not only has a unique appearance, but its flavor is even more memorable. So, how can you brew a cup of fragrant broken silver tea correctly? This article will provide you with a detailed introduction to the brewing method of broken silver tea, so that you can easily enjoy the flavor at home.
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What is Broken Silver Tea
Crushed silver tea, also known as silver tea, is a specially processed Puerh tea. It usually exists in the form of tightly pressed tea bricks with a smooth surface and tea leaves as fine as broken silver. This kind of tea has been fermented and aged for a long time, and has a strong aroma and deep flavor, making it a treasured item for Puerh tea lovers.
Preparation for Brewing Crushed Silver Tea
Before brewing crushed silver tea, we need to prepare some tools and materials:
- Crushed silver seed tea: choose the right amount of tea according to personal taste, usually about 5 grams.
- Tea utensils: Recommended to use purple sand pot or white porcelain gaiwan, these two tea utensils can better maintain the aroma and taste of tea.
- Water: Use mineral water or pure water, good quality water can better bring out the flavor of the tea.
- Tea towel and teaspoon: for cleaning and taking tea.
Steps for Brewing Broken Silver Tea
The steps for brewing crushed silver tea are not complicated, but each step needs to be approached with care:
1. Tea washing
Place 5 grams of crushed silver tea into a teapot or gaiwan and pour boiling water (about 95°C) to wash the tea. The purpose of tea washing is to remove the dust and impurities on the surface of the tea leaves, and at the same time to awaken the aroma of the tea leaves. The tea washing time should not be too long, usually 5-10 seconds, and then quickly pour off the tea washing water.
2. First bubble
Immediately after washing the tea, make the first brew. Pour in boiling water at 95°C. The amount of water to be filled should cover the tea leaves, cover the lid after filling, and smother the tea for 10-15 seconds. When the time is up, pour the tea broth into a fair cup and then divide it into teacups for sipping. The color of the tea broth in the first brew is lighter, but the aroma is already beginning to emerge.
3. Second bubble
For the second infusion, use the same 95°C boiling water and let it steep for 15-20 seconds. As the number of infusions increases, the color of the tea will gradually deepen and the taste will become stronger. Pour the tea into a fair cup and serve in teacups.
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4. Subsequent bubbles
Crushed silver seed tea is more resistant to steeping and can usually be brewed 8-10 times. The water infusion time for each brew can be gradually increased by 5-10 seconds each time. Each subsequent brew can be savored with different levels of aroma and flavor variations.
The Sipping Experience of Broken Silver Tea
The color of the tea broth is red, rich and bright, and the aroma is rich, with aged and fruity fragrance. In the mouth, the tea broth is mellow and full-bodied with a slight sweetness and a long lingering taste in the throat. Each brew brings a different taste sensation, making it a perfect tea for savoring.
How to Store Crushed Silver Tea
In order to maintain the quality of crushed silver tea, the storage method is also important. It is recommended to store the tea in a cool, dry and ventilated place, avoiding direct sunlight and humidity. Meanwhile, you can use purple sand jar or ceramic jar for sealed storage to further maintain the aroma and flavor of the tea.
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Health Benefits of Crushed Silver Tea
Crushed silver tea is not only delicious, but also has a variety of health benefits. It is rich in tea polyphenols, caffeine and other substances, with antioxidant, refreshing, digestive and other effects. Drinking the right amount of tea for a long period of time is good for your health.
concluding remarks
As a treasure among Puerh teas, Crushed Silver Tea is not only unique in appearance, but also unforgettable in flavor. With the right brewing method and careful sipping, you can easily enjoy this wonderful tea at home. I hope the introduction of this article can help you better understand and enjoy the delicious flavor of crushed silver seed tea.
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