How to brew oolong tea

How to brew Oolong correctly?

Oolong tea or Oolong. Fans of elite large-leaf Chinese teas are familiar with the name, but for an ordinary person-a fan of traditional black or green tea sold in supermarkets, the term sounds intriguing and incomprehensible. Now we will try to explain in detail in a simple and accessible way:

• what is Oolong tea,
• what is milk Oolong,
• tell us about the useful properties of Oolong tea,
• about milk Oolong useful properties,
• how to brew Oolong tea,
• how to brew milk Oolong,
• where to buy Oolong tea.

What is Oolong?

Oolong or Oolong is not one type of tea. This is a whole group of large-leaf Chinese teas that have not been fully fermented. If black tea passes 100% oxidation, green – up to 12%, then Oolong is 50%. In other words, it is a compromise type that combines the tastes and aromas of both black (red) and green tea.

In China, Oolong is produced only in two neighboring southern tea provinces – Fujian and Guangdong, which have similar climatic conditions. In other places, production is not carried out!

Oolongs are made on the basis of leaves of adult tea trees collected in the spring. Initially, in factories, raw materials are ventilated in the open air for about 4-6 hours, laying out thin layers on all sorts of flat surfaces. At night, the leaf is removed to dark, cool rooms, where a stage of gentle fermentation is carried out. In the morning, the raw material is moved to special centrifuges and dried at a temperature of 150°C. During this process, the leaf becomes soft and sluggish. Then it is unloaded into special "rollers", where it passes the stage of crumpling: the machines crumple the raw material, make the maximum number of breaks, but do not tear the sheet. At this time, the juice is actively released and goes through oxidation. After tea is dried in special cabinets for several receptions and at different temperatures. This is the end of the production process.

Oolongs are divided into two types: light and dark.

Light Oolong - large tea leaves with a spherical twist (shape-strongly crumpled green kernels). These varieties have a surprisingly spring aroma with floral notes. The taste is tender! Infusions are transparent, with Golden tints, sometimes going into yellowness.

Very often, light Oolong is confused with green teas (the color of the raw material is identical). How can I tell it apart? By the shape of the sheet. In light Oolongs, it is always crumpled, in green-whole. The flavor is also different. The former have a lot of spring blooming and lilac, the latter are characterized by characteristic herbal notes.

Dark Oolong - whole leaf, elongated, heavily crumpled. They are subjected to longitudinal twisting. During production, the final stage of the raw material is slow-smoked on charcoal, so that the leaf gets a characteristic dark color. Infusions differ in cognac shades, and the aroma is noticeable spice.

Dark Oolongs are often confused with black (red) teas. Differences - leaf size: red varieties have a much smaller leaf. And also in the aroma: Oolongs give you the opportunity to enjoy the spice, richness, tartness. Red teas have soft, slightly chocolate notes.

In the category of "Oolong", a worthy place is occupied by Chinese green tea milk Oolong – one of the most popular and popular in Ukraine. The Chinese like to experiment with tea, constantly getting new varieties. So this type was bred under the influence of desire-to give the drink a light aroma of milk and caramel. This is achieved by adding various flavors to the raw materials that have passed the fermentation process.

The Chinese love pure Oolong, but produce a huge number of varieties with flavored additives. And there is no limit! The range is dominated by Oolong:

• with ginseng,
• with strawberries,
• with strawberries,
• with peach,
• with orange,
• with chocolate,
• with caramel,
• with Apple,
• with mint,
• with a plum
• with raspberries,
• with blueberries,
• with cherry and many others.

Oolong Tea properties

When we talk about the properties of Oolong tea, we also mean the useful properties of milk Oolong. And these are not just words! This is a reality that some people accept, appreciate, and get really good results in return, while others do not believe it or are skeptical about it. In vain! Regular use of Oolong has a positive effect on the physical and psychological state of a person due to its unique chemical composition, which includes more than 400 useful substances, including:

• vitamins A, B1, B3, B6, B12, C, E, D, K,
• numerous minerals: magnesium, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, zinc, iodine,
• folic acid and other alkaloids,
• flavonoids,
• polyphenolic compounds,
• antioxidants,
• essential oils,
• tannins,
• caffeine, theophylline, theobromine,
• 100 grams of dry raw materials contain 140 calories, including: protein-20 g, fat-5 g, carbohydrates-4 g.

As you can see, the properties of Chinese Oolong tea, like all Oolong properties, are really unique. In order for them to fully open, you need to know how to brew Oolong.

Oolong tea use

Oolong tea use and use of milk Oolong are identical. They are distinguished only by their aroma, and the benefits to the human body remain the same.

• if you search for «milk oolong effect», you can see that there are numerous reviews about the successful weight management through this fragrant drink. Yes, indeed, Oolongs contribute to weight loss. But don't expect a miracle and quick results! To get rid of excess weight, you need not just to drink Chinese large-leaf tea, but also to use proper nutrition and physical activity. Polyphenolic compounds contained in tea effectively fight fat, blocking their absorption and cholesterol by 50%. In turn, antioxidants burn fat deposits. The effect will be noticeable only with regular consumption of the drink in at least a month.
• Prevents cancer, atherosclerosis, stroke, arthritis, and diabetes due to powerful antioxidants that are responsible for destroying free radicals in the body.
• Promotes the treatment of eczema. With this diagnosis, a person should drink at least 3 cups of tea a day.
• Strengthens bone tissue, prevents the development of osteoporosis.
• Protects teeth from caries.
• Controls diabetes, prevents sudden changes in blood sugar.
• Improves brain activity, mental performance, increases concentration, helps to maintain alertness.
• It rejuvenates the body at the cellular level, positively affects the condition of the skin, its color, freshness.
• Lower blood pressure. Regular consumption of the drink makes it possible to reduce the risk of hypertension from 45 to 65%.
• Strengthen immune system.

What else is useful for milk Oolong? Enjoying its unique taste and aroma, you begin to involuntarily feel a surge of new strength and good mood. People who constantly use Oolong are less prone to depression, apathy, outbursts of anger, and aggression. Their mind is clear and calm, which means that their performance is on top!

How to brew Oolong correctly and how to brew milk Oolong correctly?

To maximize the benefits of green tea milk Oolong on the body, and at the same time the infusion gave pleasure from the taste and aroma, the raw material must be properly brewed. The recipe is simple and available for every Ukrainian who wants to introduce a really healthy and delicious drink into their diet. Brewing begins with dishes and water.

If you ask a Chinese how to brew Oolong?, he will answer unequivocally – in a teapot made of Yixing clay. This is an ideal dish for brewing Oolong. It allows the tea leaf to "breathe", fully revealing the beauty of the drink. In addition, the tea ceremony with a teapot made of Yixing clay will acquire an Oriental charm and its traditional character.

In our everyday life, many people also use ceramic dishes: a teapot or a gaiwan.

In order for the benefits of milk Oolong tea to be effective and tangible, the water must meet the criteria for proper brewing. Perfectly-this is spring water, but where can I get it? The best option is purified, fresh, bottled water, sold in any store.

Many Ukrainians do not want to go into the details of the Chinese tea ceremony, and want to know – how to brew milk Oolong in real everyday life? Modern people are limited in time, and therefore relax, especially in the morning, every day is not possible. Therefore, we briefly answer the question: milk Oolong, how to brew?

• Dishes are initially scalded with boiling water.
• the raw material is Filled at the rate of 4 grams of dry tea per 150 ml of water.
• is Filled with hot water. Less fermented Oolong (light) is brewed with water 60-80°C, more fermented (dark) - 80-90°C.
• Infused for up to 15 seconds and drained. The infusion is not drunk. It cleans the tea leaf from dust and small particles, while opening it at the first stage.
• It is filled with water again. Insists. What time is it? About 30 seconds, then poured into cups.
• Re-brewed, etc. The time for each subsequent brewing increases by 10-15 seconds.
• Depending on the variety, Oolong can withstand up to 7 brews.

Milk Oolong, how to brew in a thermos?

A modern person who leads an active lifestyle and has a constant lack of time, just can not help but be interested in the question: how to brew Oolong tea in a thermos? The answer will surprise some: NOTHING. These types of tea can not be brewed in a thermos, because the leaf is completely steamed in water and gives all the substances at once, making the infusion too strong. You can brew Oolong in the usual way,and then pour the infusion into a thermos. But, in any case, do not throw the tea leaves in the dishes.

Milk Oolong where to buy?

Of course, only in tea shops and specialized online stores that ensure proper storage of raw materials. Many sellers buy elite varieties of tea in China, but do not follow the rules of their storage. Subsequently, teas lose their exclusive tastes, aromas, and useful substances, turning into toxic raw materials. «Miy Chay» ensures proper storage. You can make sure of this in a simple way-order a small amount of tea.