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Brewing Chinese green tea requires careful attention to water temperature, brewing time, and tea-to-water ratio to achieve the desired flavor and aroma. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to brew Chinese green tea:
Select your tea: There are various types of Chinese green tea available, such as Longjing (Dragon Well), Bi Luo Chun, Gunpowder, or Mao Feng. Choose a high-quality loose-leaf tea for the best flavor.
Gather your supplies: You will need a teapot or gaiwan (a lidded cup), a teacup, a tea strainer (if your teapot doesn't have an integrated strainer), and a kettle or pot to heat water.
Heat the water: Use fresh, filtered water and heat it to around 75-85°C (167-185°F). Avoid using boiling water, as it can scorch the delicate leaves and result in a bitter taste.
Preheat your teaware: Pour a little hot water into the teapot or gaiwan, swish it around, and then discard the water. This warms up the teaware and helps maintain the temperature during brewing.
Measure the tea: Depending on the size of your teapot or gaiwan, measure about 1-2 teaspoons of loose-leaf green tea per 8 ounces (240 ml) of water. Adjust the amount according to your taste preferences.
Rinse the tea leaves (optional): This step is often done with Chinese green tea to awaken the leaves and remove any impurities. Pour a small amount of hot water over the tea leaves, swirl it gently, and then discard the water.
First infusion: Pour the hot water over the tea leaves in the teapot or gaiwan, covering the leaves completely. Steep for about 1-2 minutes. Be mindful of the brewing time, as over-steeping can result in bitterness. Adjust the time based on your preference and the tea variety.
Pour and serve: Once the steeping time is complete, pour the tea into the teacup through a strainer if necessary. Serve and enjoy the tea while it's hot. Chinese green teas can often be infused multiple times, so you can repeat the process for subsequent infusions, gradually increasing the steeping time.
Note: The brewing guidelines may vary depending on the specific type of green tea you have. It's always a good idea to refer to the recommended brewing instructions provided by the tea vendor or adjust the parameters based on your personal taste preferences.
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Select your tea: There are various types of Chinese green tea available, such as Longjing (Dragon Well), Bi Luo Chun, Gunpowder, or Mao Feng. Choose a high-quality loose-leaf tea for the best flavor.
Gather your supplies: You will need a teapot or gaiwan (a lidded cup), a teacup, a tea strainer (if your teapot doesn't have an integrated strainer), and a kettle or pot to heat water.
Heat the water: Use fresh, filtered water and heat it to around 75-85°C (167-185°F). Avoid using boiling water, as it can scorch the delicate leaves and result in a bitter taste.
Preheat your teaware: Pour a little hot water into the teapot or gaiwan, swish it around, and then discard the water. This warms up the teaware and helps maintain the temperature during brewing.
Measure the tea: Depending on the size of your teapot or gaiwan, measure about 1-2 teaspoons of loose-leaf green tea per 8 ounces (240 ml) of water. Adjust the amount according to your taste preferences.
Rinse the tea leaves (optional): This step is often done with Chinese green tea to awaken the leaves and remove any impurities. Pour a small amount of hot water over the tea leaves, swirl it gently, and then discard the water.
First infusion: Pour the hot water over the tea leaves in the teapot or gaiwan, covering the leaves completely. Steep for about 1-2 minutes. Be mindful of the brewing time, as over-steeping can result in bitterness. Adjust the time based on your preference and the tea variety.
Pour and serve: Once the steeping time is complete, pour the tea into the teacup through a strainer if necessary. Serve and enjoy the tea while it's hot. Chinese green teas can often be infused multiple times, so you can repeat the process for subsequent infusions, gradually increasing the steeping time.
Note: The brewing guidelines may vary depending on the specific type of green tea you have. It's always a good idea to refer to the recommended brewing instructions provided by the tea vendor or adjust the parameters based on your personal taste preferences.
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