Da Hong Pao Brewing Guide
03 Apr 2024
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Brewing Da Hong Pao
Mastering the Art of Brewing Da Hong Pao
Brewing Da Hong Pao with a Gaiwan
Brewing Steps
- Preparation: Choose a Gaiwan with a capacity of about 150-200 milliliters and prepare 8 grams of Da Hong Pao tea leaves.
- Preheat: Use boiling water to preheat the Gaiwan and a tea towel, which helps awaken the aroma of the tea leaves.
- Add Tea: Place 8 grams of Da Hong Pao tea leaves into the Gaiwan.
- Brewing: Pour hot water, just off the boil and cooled to about 95°C, into the Gaiwan. Quickly cover with the lid to prevent the loss of aroma.
- Waiting: For the first infusion, wait about 5-10 seconds before enjoying. Adjust the brewing time for subsequent infusions.
Considerations and Tips
Using 8 grams of tea requires shortening the brewing time. Maintain the temperature and activity of the tea leaves by not leaving too long between infusions.
Brewing Da Hong Pao with a Yixing Teapot
Brewing Steps
- Choose a Pot: Select a Yixing teapot with a capacity of about 200 milliliters for better aroma retention.
- Preheat: Use boiling water to preheat the Yixing pot and tea utensils.
- Add Tea: Place 8 grams of Da Hong Pao tea leaves into the pot.
- Brewing: Pour hot water at about 95°C into the pot and quickly cover with the lid.
- Waiting: The first infusion should be ready in about 5-10 seconds. Adjust the time for subsequent infusions.
Considerations and Tips
Dedicate one Yixing pot to one type of tea to enhance its unique flavor. Control the water temperature and pour technique for optimal aroma and flavor.
Whether brewing Da Hong Pao with a Gaiwan or a Yixing teapot, mastering the tea leaves to water ratio, water temperature, and brewing time is key. Each session is an exploration, aiming to provide tea lovers with the best tea experience.
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