As one of the famous tea types in China, Puerh tea is loved by tea lovers for its unique production process and rich taste. Puerh tea is categorized into raw tea and ripe tea, both of which are different in production process, taste and tea properties. Today, let's talk about how to make a good cup of Puerh raw tea and ripe tea.
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What is Puerh Raw Tea and Ripe Tea?
Puerh Raw Tea is a tea formed by natural fermentation using Yunnan's large-leafed sun-blossomed green gross tea as the raw material. The production process of raw tea is simple and retains the natural components of the tea leaves. The tea is strong and the tea broth is light yellow or golden yellow in color, with a refreshing and slightly bitter taste.
Pu-erh ripe tea is based on raw tea, after artificial pile fermentation treatment, the tea is mild, the tea soup is reddish-brown, the taste is mellow and smooth, with a unique aroma of aging.
How to brew Puerh raw tea
To brew a good cup of Puerh raw tea, water temperature and brewing time are key.
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Choosing the right tea set
It is recommended to choose purple clay pots or gai bowls to brew Puerh raw tea, so as to better retain the aroma and flavor of the tea leaves.
Water temperature control
Puerh raw tea is suitable to be brewed with hot water at 85-90℃. If the water temperature is too high, the bitter and astringent flavors in the tea will be too prominent and affect the taste.
wash tea
Put the right amount of Puerh tea into a tea set, pour in a small amount of hot water, and pour it out quickly. This step is called "tea washing", which helps to remove the dust and impurities on the surface of the tea leaves.
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brewing time
The first brewing time is controlled at 10-15 seconds, after that, the brewing time gradually increases by 5-10 seconds each time. Puerh raw tea is more resistant to brewing and can be brewed several times.
taste tea
After the tea broth is poured out, smell the aroma first and then taste it in small sips. The color of Puerh raw tea is translucent, and the tea broth is refreshing in the mouth with a certain sweetness.
Puerh ripe tea brewing method
The brewing of Pu-erh ripe tea is relatively simple, but there are some things that need attention.
Choosing the right tea set
It is also recommended to use a purple clay pot or a gaiwan to brew Puerh ripe tea in order to better utilize the aroma and taste of the tea.
Water temperature control
Puerh ripe tea is suitable to be brewed with hot water at 95-100℃. The high temperature helps to stimulate the mellow aroma of the tea.
wash tea
Like raw tea, Puerh ripe tea needs to be washed before brewing. Place the tea leaves in a tea set, pour in hot water and pour out quickly.
brewing time
The first brewing time is controlled to be around 20 seconds, and after that, the brewing time gradually increases by 10-20 seconds each time. Puerh ripe tea is also more resistant to brewing and can be brewed several times.
taste tea
The tea broth of Puerh ripe tea is reddish in color and thick, mellow and smooth in the mouth, with a unique aroma of aging and sweetness. When tasting the tea, first smell the aroma, then take a small sip to feel the change of the tea broth in your mouth.
Storage of Pu'er Tea
Storage of Puerh tea is also very important. Both raw and ripe teas need an environment that is protected from light, ventilated, dry and free from odors. Properly stored Puerh tea will be more mellow and taste better over time.
summarize
To brew a good cup of Puerh raw and ripe tea, you not only need to master the correct brewing techniques, but also need to feel the changes of the tea leaves with your heart. Through continuous experimentation and practice, I believe you will be able to brew a satisfactory cup of Puerh tea.
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