How to brew Yunnan Pu'er tea
As an important part of Chinese tea culture, Pu'er tea is loved for its unique taste and health benefits. In the past 10 days, topics such as the brewing method, purchasing skills and health benefits of Pu'er tea have been hotly discussed on major social platforms and tea forums. This article will combine hot topics on the Internet to introduce you to the brewing method of Yunnan Pu'er tea in detail, and attach relevant data for reference.
1. Classification and characteristics of Pu’er tea
Pu'er tea is divided into two categories: raw Pu'er and cooked Pu'er, and the brewing methods of the two are slightly different. Here are the main differences between the two:
| Type | degree of fermentation | Taste characteristics | Suitable crowd |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shengpu | natural fermentation | Refreshing, refreshing and strong | People who like fresh taste |
| familiar | artificial fermentation | Mellow and fragrant | People who like mellow taste |
2. Basic steps for brewing Pu’er tea
Whether it is raw Pu or cooked Pu, the basic steps of brewing are roughly the same, but you need to pay attention to the differences in details.
1. Prepare tools
Brewing Pu'er tea requires the following tools:
| Tools | function |
|---|---|
| Purple clay pot or covered bowl | Suitable for brewing and retaining tea aroma |
| Fair Cup | Evenly distribute tea soup |
| tea filter | filter tea residue |
| tea cup | Have a drink |
2. Warming cup and kettle
Rinse the tea set with boiling water first, which can not only clean it, but also increase the temperature of the tea set and avoid a sudden drop in the temperature of the tea soup.
3. Amount of tea added
Adjust the amount of tea added according to the capacity of the tea set and personal taste. General recommendations:
| tea set capacity | Amount of tea added (grams) |
|---|---|
| 150ml | 5-7g |
| 200ml | 7-10g |
4. Wash tea
Pu'er tea usually requires washing the tea 1-2 times to wake up the tea leaves and remove impurities. The tea washing time should not be too long, 5-10 seconds is enough.
5. Official brewing
When filling water, the water flow should be gentle to avoid direct impact on the tea leaves. The brewing time is adjusted according to the type of tea and personal taste:
| Number of brews | SmP (seconds) | Cooked Pu (seconds) |
|---|---|---|
| First dip | 10-15 | 5-10 |
| Second bubble | 15-20 | 10-15 |
| The third bubble and beyond | Increase bubble by 5 seconds | Increase bubble by 5 seconds |
3. Things to note when brewing Pu’er tea
1. Water temperature control
Pu'er tea is suitable for brewing with boiling water (100℃), especially cooked Pu'er tea. High temperature can fully stimulate its aroma and taste.
2. Water quality selection
It is recommended to use pure water or mountain spring water and avoid using tap water to avoid affecting the taste of the tea soup.
3. Storage conditions
Pu'er tea has high requirements for storage environment and needs to be protected from light, moisture and ventilation. Storage methods that have been hotly discussed in the past 10 days include:
| Storage method | Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|---|
| Purple clay jar | Good air permeability, conducive to aging | Humidity needs to be checked regularly |
| carton | Low cost, suitable for large amounts of storage | Poor moisture resistance |
4. Health benefits of Pu’er tea
In the past 10 days, there has been a lot of discussion about the health effects of Pu'er tea, especially its functions of lowering fat and aiding digestion. The following are the main functions of Pu'er tea:
| Efficacy | Description |
|---|---|
| Reduce fat and lose weight | Tea polyphenols and theabrownin help break down fat |
| Aid digestion | Promote gastrointestinal motility and relieve greasy feeling |
| Antioxidant | Rich in catechins, delaying aging |
5. Summary
Brewing Pu'er tea is an art, and mastering the correct method can better experience its unique flavor. Whether it is raw Pu or cooked Pu, choosing the right tools and controlling the water temperature and time are the key. I hope this article can help you better enjoy the charm of Pu'er tea.
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