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  • admin 08:41 on 02/11/2011 Permalink | Reply
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    Imperial Formosa Oolong tea is one of the most prized in the world. Oolong teas from Taiwan are becoming more and more popular as their delicious taste is discovered by more and more tea drinkers. Though oolong tea originated in China, and though most of the oolong tea produced in the world today is still produced in China, oolong teas from Taiwan, also known as Formosa oolongs are quickly being recognized for their quality. One of the reasons that oolong tea is so prized is because it is rare. And the reason it is rare is because few tea gardens in the world are up to the challenge of producing this labor intensive tea. According to Chinese legend, olong tea was discovered by accident by tea gardener Wu Liang. Wu Liang was busy collecting and processing tea leaves for green tea when he spotted a river deer. He

    stopped to kill and prepare the deer and it interrupted his tea processing for the day. He forgot all about his tea processing until the next day, by which time the leaves had begun to change color. Wu Liang thought that the tea might have gone bad, but he decided to dry it out anyway. Once he was finished preparing the tea, he discovered that he had created a very special and delicious variety of tea what we call oolong today. Oolong tea is different from other teas because it is partially fermented. Falling between black and green tea, oolong is fermented, but for a much shorter period of time than black tea. This partial fermentation is responsible for the unique fruity taste and fragrant aroma of oolong tea. In addition, most oolong teas are created with larger tea leaves from farther down the tea plant. This is said to be partially responsible for the fruity flavor of oolong teas. Today Imperial Formosa oolong tea is made in only the finest tea garde ns in Taiwan. The tea is produced by hand following this intricate process: The tea leaves are plucked by hand first thing in the morning as they are ready. This may mean several pluckings over several days, as it is critical that the leaves be plucked at their exact time of readiness. Next the leaves are spread out in the sun to wither. They must be observed so that they are brought out of the sun when the moisture is appropriately removed. Chinese oolong teas are withered in sheds rather than in the sun. Next, the leaves are shaken to slightly bruise the edges. This bruising causes the oxidation process to begin. The tea artisan then wraps the leaves in cloth,

    forming a ball. The leaves will be tumbled regularly during the remainder of the oxidation period in order to ensure that the oxidation process is even. Some oolong teas will be tumbled every hour during the oxidation period. Once the oxidation period is completed, when the leaves are about 30% fermented and about 70% green, the leaves are inspected and picked through to ensure that the leaves are not sticking together. Some Formosa oolong teas are known as pouchongs. These oolong teas are fermented only about 15%, as opposed to Imperial Formosa oolong and other true oolongs. Next, the leaves are fired to end the oxidation process. In many cases, oolong teas are fired over charcoal, giving them a bit of a smoky flavor. The tea is now ready to be sorted according to grade and packaged to be sold. Imperial Formosa oolong tea is graded according to the following standards: * Finest to Choice * Finest * Fine to Finest * Fine Up * Fine * On Fine * Superior to Fine * Superior Up * Fully Superior * Superior * On Superior * Good to Superior * Good Up * Fully Good * Good * On Good * Standard Because Imperial Formosa oolong tea is one of the best Taiwanese teas, it is typically made from Finest to Choice tea leaves. The best Imperial Formosa oolong tea gardens pay careful attention to the steps required to create this wonderful tea. They use skilled tea artisans who are experienced in timing the fermentation process perfectly. In addition, they tend their gardens regularly, even outside of the growing season. During the summer, in addition to harvesting tea, gardeners

    must pay careful attention to weeding. During the fall, tea plants do their most intense growing of the year, so its important that the tea gardener fertilize the plants. Late in the autumn, the tea plants must be pruned before winter. Even during the cold winter months, tea gardeners must watch their gardens, ensuring that their youngest plants are protected from the cold. By March, the tea plants will need to be pruned again, in preparation for the coming growing season. It takes time, patience and experience to produce a tea as delicious as Imperial Formosa oolong tea. Though few tea gardens will go through the labor and time required those that do can reap the rewards. In addition to the knowledge that theyve created one of the best teas in the world, they are also able to charge more money for this rare and exquisite tea. Even so, most tea connoisseurs would agree that Imperial Formosa oolong tea is well worth the price theyve paid to enjoy it.

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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    White tea is fast becoming a very popular drink in the Western world. Once consumed only in China and Japan, and only for the most elegant of occasions, white tea is now being consumed as an everyday beverage for people all over the world. White tea is special because of its very light and delicate flavor and fragrance. Its far milder and less astringent than black teas, and lacks the grassy flavor of many green teas. In addition, white tea has all the health benefits of green tea, and possibly even more benefits. Like black and green tea, white tea comes from the camellia sinensis plant. But, white teas are harvested much earlier than other teas, before the leaves are fully open and while they retain fine white hair on the buds. White tea is also processed differently than black and green teas, in that it receives the virtually

    no processing. The leaves are simply dried and steamed. The steaming prevents the leaves from oxidizing, protecting the delicate flavor and helping the tea leaves retain their natural anti-oxidants. These potent anti-oxidants have been shown to slow down the aging process and prevent serious illnesses like cancer and heart disease. The catechins in green and white tea have been shown to help speed up the metabolism and oxidize fat, promoting weight loss. In addition, white tea in particular seems to improve the immune system, helping your body fight off bacteria and viruses. Like other teas, white tea is high in fluoride, so it helps keep your teeth healthy, too. One of the finest white teas available is a blend called white Persian melon tea. This tea blends the finest white tea with melon nectar for a refreshing and fruity taste. Not only does the addition of melon enhance the flavor of the white tea, but it enhances the health benefits, too. Melons are also a potent source of anti-oxidants. Melons contain lycopene, vitamins A and C, beta carotene, and potassium. They also contain an anti-oxidant called GliSODdin, which has the power to eradicate some of the most destructive free radicals in the body. In addition, GliSODin stimulates our bodies to produce its own anti-oxidants, and has been clinically proven to help maintain cellular health and protect against oxidative damage in several studies. These anti-oxidants produced by our bodies are far more powerful at neutralizing free radicals than the anti-oxidants we consume through diet. So, now that Ive convinced you that white Persian melon tea is a beverage you simply must add to your diet, youre probably

    wondering the best way to drink it. First, its important to begin with high quality loose tea. White tea is the rarest of all teas, which also means that its the most expensive. However, even the finest white tea is affordable, costing less per cup than most sodas and gourmet coffees. Choose your tea from a reputable tea purveyor to ensure that youre getting only the best tea. White tea is less compact than other loose teas, so you will need more per cup than with many other loose teas. Next, its important to use fresh cold water anytime you brew tea. Put the water in a clean tea kettle and bring it to a boil on the stove. Put hot tap water in your teapot to warm it up while the water is heating. Once the water boils, remove the tap water from your pot and add your tea leaves. Use about 2 teaspoons per cup for white Persian melon tea. Let the water sit for a minute or two before pouring it over the tea leaves. This assures you that the water has coole d to between 170-185 F, the perfect temperature for brewing white teas. Steep your white Persian melon tea for about 5-8 minutes, depending on your tastes. The tea will be pale with a golden color. Expect a sweet and fruity flavor with just a hint of smokiness. You should be able to get at least two infusions from high quality white Persian melon tea. On those warm summer days, youll find no better tea blends for iced tea than white Persian melon. The melon flavor, somewhere between the taste of honeydew and the taste of cantaloupe, is very reminiscent of summer and very refreshing. To make iced tea, simply brew several servings of tea at once and allow to cool. Since white tea is so delicate in flavor,

    its not wise to make white tea and then pour it over ice while hot. Doing so may dilute the flavor of the tea to a point that it tastes too weak. Instead, allow the pitcher of tea to cool before serving. This keeps the original flavor of the tea by not allowing the ice to dilute it too much. You can also use your white Persian melon tea for cooking. In fact, one of the best ways to poach fish is in white tea rather than water. Make about 2 cups of white Persian melon tea. Add other seasonings, such as lemon, salt and pepper as desired to the tea. Sear the fish fillets slightly in a pan on top of the stove. When seared, add the seasoned white tea and allow the fish to cook until done. Try salmon, sea bass or tilapia with this recipe for a mild and delicious fish dish. Experiment and youll likely find many other ways to use white Persian melon tea, both for drinking and for cooking. Youll soon find out why this delicate white tea is one of the most high ly prized in all the world.

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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    • JessaleneJCizzy 00:06 on 07/11/2011 Permalink

      ikr? especially green teas. ^^

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