24 basic knowledge about tea

Tea, people among plants and trees.

From tea picking, making to brewing, every step is culture and skill.

In the process of understanding tea, there are actually many common senses that we originally thought were wrong.

For example, Jin Jun Mei is golden, and Da Hong Pao is black tea.

Then, let's talk about some concepts that we should correctly view when we drink tea and understand tea.

And understanding them can make you more comfortable when tasting tea.

1. Anji white tea is green tea, not white tea

First of all, many people may mistakenly think that Anji white tea belongs to white tea, but in fact it is a kind of green tea.

The production process of Anji white tea is the green tea killing process. Its tea soup is clear and tastes fresh, which is suitable for tea lovers who like light taste.

2. Black tea, Pu'er tea and black tea cannot be put in the refrigerator

Although the refrigerator can keep food fresh, for black tea, Pu'er tea and black tea, putting them in the refrigerator will affect the aroma and taste of the tea. These teas are best stored in a dry, cool and dark place to maintain their unique flavor.

3. Green tea is not fermented, and white tea is slightly fermented

The degree of fermentation of tea directly affects its taste and aroma. Green tea is unfermented tea, which maintains the original flavor of tea leaves; while white tea is slightly fermented, with a soft taste and a faint sweet fragrance.

4. Black tea is fully fermented and has a strong taste

Black tea is a fully fermented tea. Fermented tea leaves generally have a strong aroma and a mellow taste, which is suitable for friends who like strong tea flavors. For example, Keemun black tea and Darjeeling black tea are both very popular black tea varieties.

5. Oolong tea is a semi-fermented tea

The degree of fermentation of oolong tea is between green tea and black tea, usually between 30%-70%. It has a rich aroma and a distinct taste, which is suitable for tea lovers who like a complex taste. Tieguanyin and Wuyi Rock Tea are classic oolong teas.

6. The longer the storage time of white tea, the better

White tea is one of the few teas that can improve its quality over time. Its tea leaves will gradually oxidize during storage, and the taste of the tea soup will become more mellow and the aroma will become more intense. Therefore, old white tea is often more popular in the market, such as Baihao Yinzhen and Bai Mudan are very classic white teas.

7. Pu'er tea is divided into raw tea and cooked tea

Pu'er tea is a unique tea in China, which is divided into raw tea and cooked tea. Raw tea is unfermented tea, and its taste will become more mellow over time; cooked tea is artificially fermented, and the taste is softer, suitable for tea lovers who like a strong taste.

8. Master the water temperature for brewing tea

Different types of tea have their own brewing methods and water temperatures:

Green tea: The water temperature is controlled at around 80℃ to avoid bitterness.

Black tea: 90-95℃, fully release the aroma.

Oolong tea: 100℃, stimulate the tea aroma.

Mastering the water temperature can allow you to brew more delicious tea soup.

9. Tea brewing time is also important

Green tea: 2-3 minutes, keep fresh taste.

Black tea: 3-5 minutes, rich flavor.

Oolong tea: 2-3 minutes, fragrant.

(Applicable to glass cups)

Proper tea brewing time can fully release the aroma and flavor of tea.

10. The amount of tea used for one brewing

Generally speaking, the amount of tea used for brewing tea should be adjusted according to the type of tea and personal taste. Usually, the amount of green tea and white tea is 3 grams per cup, while black tea and oolong tea can be increased to 5-7 grams.

11. The purpose of washing tea

Washing tea is an important step before brewing tea. The purpose is to remove impurities and odors on the surface of tea leaves and help tea leaves release aroma and flavor better.

Generally speaking, the first brewing tea can be used to wash the tea and quickly pour it out.

12. Tea pairing

Tea can be paired with a variety of foods, such as snacks and fruits. Different pairings can enhance the flavor of tea. For example, black tea is paired with desserts, and green tea is paired with light foods, and the effects are very good.

13. Selection of different tea sets

There are many different utensils for making tea, including teapots, teacups, teapots, etc. Choosing the right utensils can enhance the experience of making tea. For example, purple clay teapots are suitable for making oolong tea, while glass teapots are more suitable for making green tea, which can better observe the color of the tea.

14. Time to drink tea

There are also some rules for the time of drinking tea. It is best to avoid drinking tea on an empty stomach to avoid irritating the stomach.

It is better to drink tea half an hour after a meal to allow the digestive effect of tea to play a better role.

15. Health benefits of tea

Tea is rich in various nutrients. Drinking in moderation can help with anti-oxidation, lipid-lowering and weight loss, and improving immunity. Scientific research shows that people who drink tea regularly have a relatively low incidence of cardiovascular disease.

16. Notes on drinking tea

When drinking tea, pay attention to some taboos, such as:

Don't drink tea on an empty stomach, it is easy to irritate the stomach.

Strong tea hurts the nerves, avoid too strong tea.

Wait a while after a meal, don't drink tea immediately, so as not to affect digestion.

17. Season and tea selection

Depending on the season, the suitable tea to drink is also different:

Spring: suitable for drinking refreshing green tea.

Summer: drink some cool white tea and oolong tea.

Autumn: suitable for drinking black tea, warm the body.

Winter: drink some strong black tea, mellow taste.

18. Biluochun is made in Dongting Mountain Biluochun, which is produced in Dongting Mountain in Suzhou, not Dongting Lake.

19. Junshan Yinzhen is a yellow tea, not a green tea.

20. Fenghuang Dancong tea, not fir.

21. Strong tea can not sober you up

After being drunk, you should not drink a lot of strong tea; drink it after you sober up, otherwise it will increase the burden on your body.

22. Flower tea and herbal tea are two different species. Flower tea is jasmine tea, osmanthus Longjing, etc., which is made by combining traditional tea with jasmine/osmanthus; while herbal tea is made by drying and killing chrysanthemum and rose buds and then soaking them in water.

23. The newer the tea, the better. Tea processing involves drying and roasting processes, and new tea has a certain heat.

24. When drinking tea, if someone knocks on the table, it is not a nuisance, but a courtesy. Pay attention.