Green tea is rich in vitamins and antioxidants. In addition, it perfectly tones and refreshes, promotes fat burning and improves metabolism. But in order to fully enjoy a healthy drink, it must be brewed correctly.
Choose the right brewing water. The best option is a bottled spring. Soft water with a neutral PH factor is also suitable. If you want to brew tea with tap water, first pour it into a bowl with a wide mouth and leave to settle. After the chlorine has evaporated, you can start boiling.
The secret of delicious tea is the correct temperature of the liquid. Turn off the kettle immediately after boiling and cool the water to a temperature of 80-85 ° C. To do this, it can be poured into cups or poured into a special Japanese tea vessel in the form of a ladle.
You can use glass, porcelain or earthenware to brew tea. Rinse the teapot with boiling water and add 1 teaspoon of tea leaves to 150-200 ml of water. Pour slightly cooled boiling water into the kettle and cover it with a lid. Do not wrap the vessel with tea with a towel or special covers - the leaves should not smelt, this will impair the taste of the drink.
Tea is considered brewed when all the leaves in the infusion sink to the bottom. This usually happens 2-3 minutes after they are filled with boiling water. Do not stir the infusion - the leaves should sink to the bottom on their own.
Chinese tea brewing experts recommend pouring the finished drink into a special container for pouring. If you don't have one, you can use another kettle. This technique guarantees the uniformity of the tea broth - in all cups the drink will be the same in color and taste. If you pour it directly from the teapot, the last portion will be stronger. Do not leave the tea in the teapot for a long time, otherwise bitterness will appear in the infusion.
Do not limit yourself to one-time brewing. The teapot can be refilled 3-5 times to enjoy the variety of flavors. Some gourmets find that second and third brew teas are especially delicious. For each subsequent infusion, increase the infusion time in the infuser by 30-50 seconds.
