Tea, as an important part of traditional Chinese culture, is not just a beverage, but also a reflection of lifestyle. From green tea, black tea to Pu'er tea, each type of tea has its own unique flavor and brewing method. In this article, we will discuss in detail the various types of tea, how to make tea and how to choose the right tea set.
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Green tea: a representative of freshness and lightness
Green tea is an unfermented tea known for its fresh taste and rich nutritional value. Common varieties of green tea include Longjing, Biluochun and Maofeng.
Bubble method:The brewing method of green tea is concerned with water temperature and time. Generally use a water temperature of about 80°C and a brewing time of 1-2 minutes. Too high a water temperature or too long a time will destroy the fresh aroma and flavor of green tea.
Tea set selection:A glass or porcelain cup is suitable so that you can enjoy the beauty of the tea leaves stretching in the water.
Black Tea: Warm and Mellow
Black tea is a fully fermented tea known for its rich aroma and sweet taste. Well-known black teas include Keemun black tea, Darjeeling black tea and Ceylon black tea.
Bubble method:Black tea needs to be brewed using hot water at 90-95°C for 3-5 minutes. This will release the full aroma and flavor of the tea.
Tea set selection:Black tea is suitable for porcelain or earthenware tea sets, which can better maintain the temperature and aroma of the tea.
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Oolong tea: between green tea and black tea
Oolong tea is a kind of semi-fermented tea, with the fresh aroma of green tea and the richness of black tea. Common oolong teas include Tieguanyin and Da Hong Pao.
Bubble method:Oolong tea needs to use boiling water, brewing time is 1-2 minutes, can be brewed several times, each brewing time is appropriately extended.
Tea set selection:It is advisable to use purple clay pots or gai bowls, these types of tea have good heat preservation and are suitable for multiple brewing.
White tea: a symbol of natural purity
White tea is a slightly fermented tea, known for its natural production process and light flavor. Well-known white teas include White Hair Silver Needle and White Peony.
Bubble method:White tea should not be brewed at too high a temperature, usually at 80-85°C, with a brewing time of 2-3 minutes.
Tea set selection:A glass tea set is suitable for better viewing of the color of the tea broth.
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Pu-erh Tea: The Unique Charm of the More You Age
Pu-erh tea is a post-fermented tea, loved by tea lovers for its unique aged aroma and rich layers of flavor. Puerh tea is categorized into two types: raw tea and ripe tea.
Bubble method:Puerh tea needs to be brewed with boiling water for 3-5 minutes. It can be brewed several times, with each brewing time gradually increasing.
Tea set selection:Pu-erh tea is suitable for use with purple clay pots or ceramic tea sets, which can better reflect the aroma and taste of the tea.
Flower Tea: The Perfect Combination of Floral and Tea Fragrance
Flower tea is made by mixing tea leaves with flowers and has a unique floral flavor. Common floral teas include jasmine tea and osmanthus tea.
Bubble method:Flower tea is usually brewed in water temperature of 80-90°C and brewing time of 2-3 minutes.
Tea set selection:A glass tea set is suitable for a better view of the flowers blooming in the water.
Choosing the right tea set
Making tea not only requires good tea, but also the right tea set. Different tea utensils not only affect the taste of the tea, but also enhance the tea tasting experience.
Purple Clay Pot:Purple clay pots have good air permeability and heat preservation, suitable for brewing oolong and puerh teas.
Glass Tea Set:Glass tea set is transparent and beautiful, suitable for brewing green tea, white tea and flower tea, can fully display the posture of the tea leaves and the color of the tea soup.
Porcelain tea set:Porcelain tea sets have high density and good heat retention, which is suitable for brewing black tea and retains the tea flavor better.
concluding remarks
Tea culture is profound, different kinds of tea and tea brewing methods have their own characteristics, choose the right tea set is the icing on the cake. In the busy life, make a cup of tea, meditate and savor, let us find a peace and quiet in the tea fragrance.
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