It is understood that everyone can make a cup of tea. But is that really true? Well prepared tea is a real artwork and in order to take advantage of its noble values, a couple of skillful hands and a few tips are necessary.
GREEN TEA
Everyone knows the benefits of green tea, but for preparation of quality green tea, pay attention to the following:
-Water quality
You should use soft cold water, that contains fewer minerals.
-Adjusting the teapot
Before you pour water over the tea, it is necessary to warm the teapot and place a tea in it for a few minutes. This way the tea is prepared for mixing with water.
-Water temperature
The most common mistakes are made with water temperature. For this tea are not good neither hot nor cold water. While the water is still not boiling, pour it over tea.
-Preparation time
For the quality of this tea, it is very important how long it will be in the water. The shouldn’t be in the water for more than 2 or 3 minutes, as it will affect its taste and characteristic aroma.
BLACK TEA
Preparation of perfect cup of black tea implies:
-Water quality
Due to the high chlorine, it is best to use a bottled water. If the water has some taste, the tea will have it too.
-Water temperature
Black tea “loves” hot water. Let the water boil for 20-30 seconds, then pour it over a black tea.
-Preparation time
For full flavor, the tea should be kept in the water for at least 5 minutes,
WHITE TEA
This special tea does not come into contact with the human skin until its final preparation. You can make it in the following way:
-Water quality
When preparing white tea, it is important to use soft water with as little minerals as possible.
-Water temperature
White tea has a pretty much sweet taste if it is prepared in the right way. The water shouldn’t be too hot. This is very important because in the hot water, white tea will lose its sweet aroma and it becomes bitter.
-Preparation time
If you are making tea with a warm water, then it needs to be in the water for 2 or 3 minutes. White tea could be prepared with cold water, and then it is necessary to be in the water for about 6 minutes. This tea should be mildly cooled and drink it in small sips.
BLOOMING TEA
This tea is a real little piece of art in a teacup. It is also called Flowering tea and to enjoy both the look and taste, prepare it like this:
-Water quality
For the full enjoyment of the taste of blooming tea, it is best to use the spring water. With fresh spring water, you will be sure that the flavors of this magical tea will be protected.
-Teacup
The Blooming tea should be prepared in a transparent teacup, so you can enjoy the opening of the flower.
-Water temperature
It depends on the type of Flowering tea, but certainly, the water must be hot.
-Preparation time
Flower balls will open slowly so they must be in the water for at least 5 minutes.
OOLONG TEA
This is very specific tea, some kind of mix of green and black tea.
-Water quality
Prepare this tea with fresh, cold water. Do not use distilled water.
-Water temperature
Bring the water to the boil, then you should let it rest for a while.
-Time preparation
This tea can have a strong flavor, so you can keep it in the water and then consume it. Then it will have the strongest taste. Also, you can drink it several times, and see which taste you like most.
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