Today, we are going to explore the mysterious corners of the tea world and talk about Pu'er tea. Many tea lovers may have such doubts: Pu'er tea is black and strong, is this a good tea?Don't worry, follow the footsteps of wealth and walk into the wonderful world of Pu'er tea together!
1. Why is Pu'er tea brewed so black and strong?
When we make Pu-erh tea, we often see that the tea soup takes on a strong black color. In fact, this is the result of the internal chemical reaction of Pu'er tea. During the processing of Pu'er tea, it will undergo a long period of fermentation and oxidation, resulting in the oxidation of tea polyphenols and other substances to form other colored substances, which will make the tea soup appear thick black.
Second, the color is strong black = good tea?Don't be fooled by appearances!
Although the dark color of Pu'er tea can reflect its fermentation degree and quality characteristics to a certain extent, it cannot be used as the only criterion for judging good tea. The evaluation of good tea involves many aspects, including the raw materials of the tea, the production process, the taste, the aroma and so on.
Ingredients are king: High-quality Pu'er tea is made from the finest sun-dried green hair tea, which is rich in substances and mellow in taste.
The process is determined: The exquisite production process can retain the original flavor and nutrients of the tea, and at the same time enhance the taste and aroma of the tea soup.
Taste and aroma are equally important: The taste of good tea should be delicate and smooth, and the aroma should be rich and long-lasting. The taste and aroma of Pu'er tea will be affected by various factors such as tea variety, production process, and storage method.
3. How to choose a good Pu'er?Fugui will teach you a few tricks!
Look at the tea shape: High-quality Pu'er tea leaves are tightly knotted, fat and strong, and the color is oily. Inferior tea leaves are loose and dull in color.
Smell the tea: Good Pu'er dry tea has a pure aroma and no peculiar smell. After brewing, the aroma is rich and long-lasting, and the aging aroma is obvious.
Tea soup: The high-quality Pu'er tea soup is clear and transparent, and the taste is mellow and sweet. Inferior tea soup is cloudy and has a bitter or thin taste.
Know the bottom of the tea: The bottom of the leaves is thick and soft, and the color is uniform. The bottom of the inferior tea leaves is thin and stiff, and the color is mixed.
Fourth, the precautions for Pu'er tea
Drink in moderation: Excessive consumption of strong tea may cause insomnia. It is generally recommended to drink no more than 3-5 grams per day.
Avoid drinking on an empty stomach: Drinking strong tea on an empty stomach may irritate the stomach. It is best to drink it about half an hour after a meal.
Pay attention to tea preservation: Pu'er tea is easy to absorb moisture and taste, and should be stored in a dry, ventilated and odorless place. Avoid storing with odorous items such as spices and cosmetics.
Choose according to your personal constitution: People with different physiques have different adaptability to tea.
As one of the traditional Chinese teas, Pu'er tea has won the love of the majority of tea lovers. When selecting and tasting Pu'er tea, we should pay attention to many aspects such as the raw materials, production process, taste and aroma of the tea, and not be confused by the color of the surface. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to drinking in moderation and at the right time to enjoy the fun of healthy tea tasting. I hope this article can help you better understand the world of Pu'er tea and taste the charm of tea!