In our culture, which is still closer to the West than the East, the art of tea drinking is underdeveloped.Although in recent years and the trend more reverent attitude to this beverage and its brewing process. tea - a special drink that has many desirable qualities. However, to enable these qualities manifest in full, you must have some knowledge of how to brew pu-erh.
Puer - is a complex and delicate drink, designed for lovers of its multi-layered flavor and delicate aroma.This is a unique drink, soft and mellow taste which should enjoy.The secret of the magic of this tea lies in the way it is processed: it is fermented and Slow.
Item 1. How to brew Pu-erh?
From how to make tea, not only depends on the taste and ability to quench their thirst.It defines its medicinal properties.After all, he is able to lower cholesterol, treat stomach even shoot a hangover and help lose weight.In China, this tea is considered almost a panacea for all ills.
So brewing rules.
1. Failure of any sweeteners
This rule is at first place, because the sugar deprives him of the taste of the tea.High-quality tea at the same time has a special significant losses.Besides sugar it deprives him and healing qualities, and in the first place - a cleansing effect.
2. Proper utensils
Dishes for tea should be sure to porcelain or glass.The clay from which the majority of teapots, absorbs the magical flavor of the tea, depriving you of the many benefits.
After brewing tea, teapot should be rinsed and well dry.Do not use washing-up liquid - for tea are simply disastrous, given the amount of fragrances and dyes contained therein.
3. Water
Chinese sages advised to use for brewing rainwater or well water.As for urban residents is almost impossible task, then stop for another moment.
To understand how to brew pu-erh, note that the water should not be brought to a boil.Sufficient temperature is 80-90 degrees.Calculate the temperature can be, watch the water.After sufficient heating of the water in first small bubbles appear, then larger.When the water begins to boil gently - you can start brewing.
4. Welding
Sufficient tea leaves for one cup of tea - one-half teaspoon.Experts recommend that before preparing tea tea leaves and fry gently wash.
5. How to brew Pu-erh
not brew tea in a cold pot.It must initially pour over boiling water to warm up on all sides.Only then put the tea leaves into the teapot and poured water on the third.After a few seconds the water must be drained to the tea began to "breathe."Re-fill the kettle with water halfway leave for 3-5 minutes.
6. How many times can brew puer
Brew Puer leaves can be from 4 to 7 times.It depends on the quantity and quality of tea leaves.Each subsequent brewing requires more time: The first brewing - 40-50 seconds, third - minute fifth - 2 minutes.Tastes will vary from saturated to light.You should not drink tea, which had a chance to stand for more than an hour - it has already lost its quality.The Chinese believe that he even becomes harmful, and even something they do know how to brew pu-erh.
Point Puer 2. How to choose?
Puer Tea is of several types.This and Shu Puer Sheng Puer.
Shu Pu-erh is the rasprostanenie.Withstanding this tea a few months.It can be purchased as a loose or pressed.Store tea can be several years, as over the years it gets better.Brew Shu Puer need boiling water.
Sheng Puer, or as it is referred to as "crude tea", was kept for years.Young Sheng Puer was kept at least three years, but really "matured" deemed leaves that kept even longer.This tea can be brewed with water only, a boil so as not to destroy the flavor.
Choosing Puer note that it was in the paper package.Leaves should be a good "tea" smell.Leaves Puer must have purplish or greenish (depending on age), but not black.These are the main criteria for the selection of the good Puer tea.
