Do white tea cakes need to breathe to evoke the taste of tea? Old tea friends strongly object, don't ruin your old white tea again
In the world of tea, each tea has its own unique charm and preservation method. As for white tea cakes, some tea lovers believe that it needs to "breathe" to evoke the taste of tea, but this view has been strongly opposed by many old tea lovers. So, do white tea cakes really need to breathe? And how do we properly preserve and brew old white tea?
1. The production and characteristics of white tea cakes
White tea cake, as the name suggests, is a tea cake made from white tea as raw material and pressed through a series of processes. White tea is well-known in the tea industry for its unique production process and rich nutritional value. White tea cake is another form of white tea, which is not only easy to preserve and carry, but also can show a unique charm when brewing.
In the process of making white tea cakes, the tea leaves will go through the steps of selecting, weighing, soft tea, kneading, pressing, spreading, and drying. These steps ensure the firmness and dryness of the white tea cake, making the tea leaves less susceptible to moisture and deterioration during preservation.
Second, the preservation method of white tea cakes
For the preservation of white tea cakes, many tea lovers have their own experience. But in general, the preservation of white tea cakes should follow the following principles:
Drying: The storage environment of white tea cakes must be dry to avoid moisture in the tea leaves. Once the tea leaves are damp, it will not only affect the taste, but also cause the tea to become moldy.
Ventilation: Although some tea lovers think that white tea cakes need to "breathe", in fact, excessive ventilation may cause the aroma of tea leaves to be lost. Therefore, when preserving white tea cakes, you should choose a well-ventilated environment that is not too dry.
Avoid light: Direct sunlight will cause the decomposition of pigments and nutrients in the tea, affecting the quality of the tea. Therefore, white tea cakes should be stored in a cool place away from direct sunlight.
No peculiar smell: white tea cake has strong adsorption and is easy to absorb the surrounding peculiar smell. Therefore, when preserving white tea cakes, you should avoid keeping them with items that have an odor.
3. The correct brewing method of old white tea
Old white tea refers to white tea that has been aged for a long time. Not only does it have the fresh taste of white tea, but it also has a unique aged aroma. When brewing old white tea, we need to pay attention to the following:
Choose the right tea set: It is recommended to use a tea set such as a purple clay pot or gaiwan to brew old white tea. These tea sets not only have good thermal insulation performance, but also can better show the charm of old white tea.
Control the water temperature: The brewing water temperature of old white tea is generally controlled at about 90°C. Too high water temperature will destroy the nutrients in the tea and affect the taste; Too low a water temperature will not fully stimulate the aroma of the tea.
Moderate amount of tea: Generally speaking, 3-5 grams of old white tea can be put into every 100 ml of water. Excessive tea consumption will cause the tea soup to be too strong and affect the taste; If the amount of tea is too small, it will not be able to fully show the charm of old white tea.
Steeping time: The steeping time of old white tea can be adjusted according to individual taste. Generally speaking, the first bubble can be soaked for about 30 seconds, and the subsequent brew can gradually extend the soaking time.
Fourth, the experience of old tea friends
In the world of tea, the experience of old tea lovers is often the most valuable asset. With years of experience in tea tasting, they have summed up a series of practical tips on the preservation and brewing of white tea cakes. Among them, the most important point is not to blindly pursue the so-called "breathing" effect and destroy the quality of white tea cakes. The correct preservation and brewing method can allow us to better taste the charm and charm of old white tea.
In short, as a unique tea product, white tea cake needs to be preserved and brewed with our hearts. Only by mastering the correct preservation and brewing methods can we truly appreciate the wonderful taste brought by white tea cakes. I hope this article can be helpful to you, let us taste the beauty of life in the world of tea together.
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