The golden rules for preparing tea?
There tea preparation is a real ritual. Discover the tea tasting rules , in order to know how prepare tea at the right temperature. It will thus reveal its full aromatic palette, without developing bitterness.
For the When preparing tea , we prefer fresh spring water or filtered water. We prefer water heated in a kettle: the water does not risk taking on the taste of previously cooked food, as can be the case if it is heated in a saucepan. Scald the teapot before letting the tea infuse, by pouring boiling water into it, then discard the water. Cast iron, porcelain or ceramic teapots have the advantage of not absorbing the aroma of teas, unlike so-called "memory" teapots made of unglazed fired clay in which it is recommended to infuse only one tea because the aroma will be retained.
A dosage of two grams of tea per cup is recommended.
What time and temperature should I enjoy tea?
The water should never be boiling. For a infusion of tea at the right temperature , we will adapt the water temperature according to the tea chosen.
The infusion time also varies depending on the type of tea. Traditionally, we let infuse:
- green teas for 3 minutes at 75-80°C
- black teas for 4 minutes, except for broken tea leaves rather 2 to 3 minutes, at 85-90°C and Darjeeling at 95°C
- blue teas for 4 to 5 minutes at 95°C
- white teas for 5 to 6 minutes at 60°C
- infusions for 5 to 10 minutes at 100°C
Beyond that, they risk developing an unpleasant bitterness in the mouth. The infusion is done covered, for perfect preservation of the tea's aromas.
So, heat the water for a green tea to 75-80°C. This is the ideal temperature for your Mint, Jasmine Chung Hao or Sencha tea to release all its aromas. If you want to enjoy a black tea, bring the water temperature to 85-90°C. This way, you will enjoy all the power of your Assam, Earl Grey and Blueberries or Le Mélange Fauchon tea.
