Tea, an ancient and popular beverage, comes in many varieties, and different teas require different brewing methods. Whether you are a novice or an experienced tea drinker, mastering the brewing methods of various types of tea will allow you to better enjoy the flavor and aroma of each cup of tea.
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How to brew green tea
Green tea is rich in antioxidants and has a refreshing flavor, but tends to be bitter. To avoid this, pay attention to water temperature and steeping time.
Water temperature:80-85°C (175-185°F)
Soaking time:1-3 minutes
Using lower temperature water and shorter steeping time will retain the freshness and sweetness of green tea. If the tea leaves are steeped for too long, the tea broth will become bitter.
How to brew black tea
Black tea has a strong flavor and is suitable for brewing in hot water. Different types of black tea have different flavors, from the malty taste of Assam tea to the fruity aroma of Darjeeling tea.
Water temperature:93-100°C (200-212°F)
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Soaking time:4-5 minutes
Using boiling water for black tea releases its rich flavor and aroma. Be careful not to exceed the recommended time or the tea will become too strong.
How to Brew Oolong Tea
Oolong tea is between green tea and black tea, with a unique floral aroma and complex flavor. Higher water temperature and moderate steeping time are required for brewing.
Water temperature:85-96°C (185-205°F)
Soaking time:3-5 minutes
Oolong tea can be brewed over and over again, and each time you brew the tea will have a different flavor, allowing you to enjoy the multi-layered aroma of the tea.
How to brew white tea
White tea is the lightest and requires a gentle brewing method to retain its delicate flavor.
Water temperature:71-85°C (160-185°F)
Soaking time:4-5 minutes
Brewing at low temperature for a long period of time can fully release the aroma and sweetness of white tea, bringing a soft taste.
How to Brew Puerh Tea
Pu-erh tea is fermented and has a unique aged aroma and rich flavor. Higher water temperature is required for brewing and it can be brewed several times.
Water temperature:95-100°C (203-212°F)
Soaking time:3-5 minutes
When brewing for the first time, wash the tea with boiling water to remove impurities, then brew normally. Each brewing time can be gradually extended.
How to Brew Herbal Tea
Herbal teas do not contain tea leaves and therefore do not have the astringent and bitter flavor of tea, making them suitable for long steeping.
Water temperature:100°C (212°F)
Soaking time:5-7 minutes
Boiling water for a long time can fully extract the nutrients and aroma of herbal tea and bring out the rich flavor.
These are just a few of the common tea brewing methods that we hope will help you enjoy the perfect aroma and flavor of tea even at home. Remember to adjust to your own tastes to find the best brewing method for you.
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