Chinese Jasmine Green tea ( Moli Piaoxue )

Chinese Jasmine Green tea ( Moli Piaoxue )

Fresh jasmine from Hengxian, Guangxi, the primary origin of jasmine, is used along with Huangshan maofeng, one of the ten famous Chinese teas. Through a seven-times scenting process, high-quality jasmine tea is created. The combination of fresh jasmine and green tea makes a beautiful appearance. However, it is essential to note that the jasmine is picked after the processing. Adding more fresh jasmine enhances the appearance but does not contribute to the scent since the tea already absorbed it during the scenting process.

How to brew Jasmine tea, and what kind of tea set to use?

--Glass cup: boil water and cool to around 80℃-85℃/176℉-185℉. After you've cooled the water, pour hot water into the cup and add 3g-5g tea leaves based on your liking. Wait for 1-2 minutes and enjoy the tea.

I prefer a glass cup because it provides a beautiful view of the tea leaves sinking to the bottom while the jasmine floats. It creates a dancing effect in the water.

--Gaiwan: using a Gaiwan involves adding 3g-5g tea leaves and pouring 80℃-85℃/176℉-185℉ water into it. Wait for a minute, then enjoy the tea.

The benefit of using Gaiwan is that it is more accessible to control the strength of the tea based on the desired taste. If you prefer light tea, pour the soup faster and adjust it per steep.

Tip for brewing tea :

1. .Preheat your teapot before brewing: Pour hot water into it and let it sit for a minute. This helps to clean the teapot and enhances the flavor of the tea. It also ensures that your tea stays warm for a more extended period.
2. If you are new to drinking tea, use less tea leaves and gradually increase the amount according to your preference. Adjust the water temperature accordingly as well.