Here are the basic guidelines for brewing jasmine tea:
- 1) use good water;
- 2) Determine the amount of tea according to the volume of the crockery;
- 3) warm the dish with hot water;
- 4) consider the temperature of the brewing water depending on the type of tea;
- 5) Make tea and drink it with gusto.
Brewing jasmine tea the Chinese way (pincha)
Chinese method – multiple brewing by pour-over method, short infusion – 3-4 s. In these instructions the amount of tea is calculated for a volume of 140 ml.
- The amount of tea is 3-4 g
- Water temperature – 70-80°C
- Number of brews – 5-8
The most suitable brewing utensils are: porcelain or glass gaiwan, glass teapot.
Brewing Jasmine Tea the European Way
European method – single brewing with 3-5 min. infusion. In these instructions the amount of tea is calculated for a volume of 500 ml.
- The amount of tea is 5-6 g
- Water temperature – 70-80°C
- Number of brews – 1
The most suitable brewing utensils are: glass, earthenware or porcelain teapot.
Enjoy your tea party!
