Icelandic tea is loved by tea lovers for its unique flavor and rich nutrients. The correct brewing method can fully release the aroma and taste of the tea, allowing you to enjoy the best tea tasting experience. In this article, we will introduce the brewing method of Icelandic tea in detail, so that you can easily enjoy the charm of this tea at home.
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Choosing Quality Icelandic Tea
To brew a good tea, the first step is to choose a quality Icelandic tea. You can choose a reputable tea supplier to ensure that the tea is fresh and pure. Icelandic tea is usually hand-picked and crafted, resulting in higher quality.
preliminary
Before you start brewing, you need to prepare the following tools and ingredients:
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- Teapot or Teacup
- Filter (optional)
- Fresh Icelandic Tea Leaves
- purified water
- Thermometer (optional)
Water temperature and amount of tea leaves
Different types of tea have different requirements for water temperature and amount. Icelandic tea usually uses a water temperature of 85-90°C. This prevents the tea leaves from being scalded and producing a bitter flavor. Tea dosage is usually 2-3 grams of tea leaves per 200 milliliters of water.
brewing step
1. Preparation of hot water
Heat pure water to 85-90°C. A thermometer can be used to ensure that the water temperature is accurate. If you don't have a thermometer, you can also judge the water by looking at it: it is at the right temperature when small bubbles are just starting to appear at the edges of the water but it is not yet fully boiling.
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2. Preheating the tea set
Preheat the teapot or teacup with hot water for a few seconds, then pour off the hot water. This step helps to keep the tea broth warm and allows the aroma of the tea to come out better.
3. Add tea
Place 2-3 grams of Icelandic tea leaves in a teapot or teacup. If using a strainer, place the tea leaves in the strainer for easy subsequent straining of the tea broth.
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4. brewing
Pour hot water into the teapot or teacup. The water should flow evenly and slowly to ensure that the tea leaves are in full contact with the water. Cover the lid of the teapot or teacup and let it sit for 2-3 minutes. Icelandic tea should not be steeped for too long, otherwise it will result in an overly strong tea broth.
5. Tasting and re-brewing
After the steeping time is over, pour the tea into a teacup and savor it slowly. If using a strainer, gently lift the strainer to avoid the tea continuing to steep. Icelandic tea can be brewed several times, and the brewing time can be slightly extended each time, but should not exceed 5 minutes.
caveat
There are a few key points to keep in mind when brewing Icelandic tea:
- Water quality: Use pure water or mineral water, avoid using tap water as it may affect the taste of the tea broth.
- Water temperature: control at 85-90°C, too high water temperature will destroy the aroma and flavor of the tea.
- Steeping time: control in 2-3 minutes, too long steeping time will make the tea soup bitter.
summarize
Icelandic tea is a unique tea drink that allows you to fully experience its rich flavor and aroma through proper brewing methods. Choosing quality tea leaves, controlling the water temperature and steeping time will allow you to enjoy a perfect cup of Icelandic tea at home.
We hope that this guide will help you master the techniques of brewing Icelandic tea, so that every cup of tea will be filled with pleasure and enjoyment. Try these methods now and start your Icelandic tea journey!
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