Many of us today are finding out what the Chinese have always known. Green tea is a delicious drink that is also good for you. To get the most out of your tea, avoid the bottled, processed kinds you find in grocery stores or gas stations. Brewing your tea fresh will not only give you a delicious drink, but more of the health benefits of green tea as well.
In order to brew your tea, you’ll need fresh green tea leaves which can be found online, in some grocery stores, or at most oriental specialty stores.
You’ll also need a teapot of course, and although any teapot is ok, Chinese teapots were created with this brew in mind and they will give you the best results.
If you decide to use a Chinese teapot, you can pick one up for anywhere from twenty dollars to around 100 dollars. Fresh, quality water is a must for your fresh brewed tea, and you’ll need teacups as well.
You can get a good measure of the amount of water you need by filling a teacup and pouring it into the teapot. Do this for the desired amount of cups of tea.
- To brew your tea, you first need to heat the water to just before boiling, or about 170 degrees. Some experts agree that boiling water destroys the antioxidants contained within.
- One teaspoon of tea leaves per cup seems to be ideal for most people, but experiment to find the perfect amount for your taste. It may take a couple of times before you get the perfect cup of tea.
- When the water has reached the correct temperature, add the tea leaves and gently press them into the water, stopping short of pushing them all the way to the bottom. Allowing the tea leaves to float in the water gives them room to expand. Do not stir or shake the tea.
- The tea will be ready to enjoy after allowing it to sit for no longer than two minutes, as any longer than this will cause it to be too strong or bitter. Some people save their leaves and use them two or three times, but this is a personal choice of course.
- While many people prefer to drink their green tea as is, some also like to flavor or sweeten it with honey or fruit. Not only are these ingredients healthier than sugar, but they tend to enhance the flavor of the tea better than sugar.
Buy fresh green tea that was harvested early in the year and follow the directions for the most refreshing beverage that is not only a great thirst quencher, but one that can also help you fight off certain diseases, help you to relax, and will be a tastier drink for your green tea weight loss program.
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