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Top quality green tea

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About top quality green tea

Types of Green Tea

  • Sencha

    Top-quality green tea produces sencha, which is a Japanese variety prepared by steaming the leaves. It is famous for its grassy flavor and bright green hue. When brewed, it has a delicate flavor, slightly sweet with a hint of bitterness, depending on the quality and brewing time.

  • Matcha

    Matcha is a powdered green tea made from ceremonially grown and shaded Japanese tea leaves, which are then ground into a fine powder. Unlike other teas, where the leaves are steeped and discarded, whole leaves are consumed after being ground and brewed. Because of this unique preparation, matcha contains higher amounts of caffeine and antioxidants compared to other green teas.

  • Dragon Well (Longjing)

    Dragon Well is a famous Chinese green tea. Dragon Well green tea is known for its flat, jade-green leaves. People pan-fry the leaves during processing, which gives the tea a mellow, smooth taste with a slightly nutty aftertaste.

  • Gunpowder

    Gunpowder tea comes from China and gets its name from the way the leaves are rolled into small balls, resembling gunpowder pellets. The leaves are tightly rolled during processing, and when brewed, they unfurl, releasing their rich, bold, and robust flavor. Its taste is slightly smoky with a delicate hint of bitterness.

  • Biluochun

    Biluochun literally translates to "spring snail green" in Chinese. The name comes from the tea's original production location in Dongting, near Taihu Lake. Biluochun is famous for its tightly rolled leaves and fruity, floral taste. It has a delicate flavor that is fresh and sweet with a soft, grassy aftertaste.

  • Jasmine Green Tea

    Jasmine green tea is a lightly caffeinated tea made by blending green tea leaves with jasmine blossoms. The green tea is often Chinese sencha or other chun types. The tea leaves absorb the sweet, floral aroma of the jasmine blossoms, which gives the tea its characteristic scent. The resulting сочетание is calming, sweet, and floral with a smooth, silky texture.

How to Choose Quality Green Tea

  • Leaf Appearance

    The quality matcha green tea is dependent on the leaf appearance. High-quality green tea has leaves that are vibrant and green in color. Flat and high-quality Dragon Well Green Tea will show signs of pan-firing, which makes it mellow and smooth. Quality gunpowder green tea has tightly rolled leaves that unfurl when brewed.

  • Aroma

    Before brewing, one should check the tea's aroma. Quality green tea will have a fresh and natural aroma, like grasses or seaweed. Biluochun Green Tea is known for its distinctive floral fragrance. The smell will determine how robust or delicate the brew will be.

  • Pick Time

    The time of picking significantly influences the quality of the tea. In Chinese tea varieties, only the most tender and top leaves are plucked during harvest. For quality tea, buy batches that are from pre-June harvests.

  • Processing Method

    How green tea is processed based on its oxidation level influences the quality. Vapour-steamed types like sencha and gyokuro are more oxidized than pan-fired types like Longjing and Tieguanyin. The quality also depends on how well the tea was processed, as it will determine how the flavors will come out.

  • Origin

    Green tea's top quality comes from China and Japan mainly. Such teas have a distinct taste and flavor which come from the ideal environments where they are grown. Quality green teas to order are well-established varieties like sencha, Longjing, and Biluochun.

How to Use Green Tea

  • Hot Brew

    The hot brew is the most common way to drink green tea. Use high-quality green tea leaves and heat water to about 70-80°C (158-176°F) for brewing. Steep the leaves for a few minutes, then strain and enjoy. The hot brew brings out the deep, bold, smooth flavors of the tea.

  • Cold Brew

    Cold brewing makes a smoother, less bitter iced tea. Combine green tea leaves with cold water in a jar and let it sit in the fridge for 4-6 hours. After brewing, strain the leaves and store the cold brew in the fridge. The green tea prepares a refreshing, west bitter iced tea that is easy to make and healthy.

  • Matcha Latte

    Matcha lattes are made by whisking matcha powder with hot water to create a paste and then adding steamed milk for a creamy drink. This drink can be made with any milk like almond, oat, or soy, and sweeteners like honey or sugar can be added to taste. The matcha latte provides a creamy, smooth way to enjoy green tea with more caffeine.

  • Green Tea Tonic

    Organic green tea can be combined with sparkling water and a splash of citrus juice for a refreshing, detoxifying tonic. Add fresh herbs like mint or basil and sweeten with honey for a delicious, low-calorie drink. This tonic is a refreshing way to enjoy green tea with added hydration and a burst of flavor.

  • Green Tea Iced Coffee

    Coffee green tea can be blended with cold brewed coffee for a pick-me-up. Whisk green tea powder like matcha into a small amount of water, then mix with brewed coffee and milk for a caffeinated drink. This drink combines the energizing effects of coffee with the health benefits of green tea, giving a milder flavor and less acidity.

Benefits of Green Tea

  • Antioxidant Properties

    Green tea contains many catechins like EGCG which fight oxidative damage caused by free radicals in the body. This helps neutralize free radicals and reduce cellular damage, leading to disease prevention and slower aging. Also, antioxidants help to keep the skin healthy and ward off wrinkles and blemishes.

  • Improved Brain Function

    Green tea contains caffeine but less than in black tea or coffee, offering a milder stimulating effect. The main catechin in green tea, EGCG, also promotes relaxation by increasing alpha brain waves. Caffeinated green tea improves focus, mood, and cognitive performance better than caffeine alone to give brain stimulation.

  • Weight Loss Aid

    The combination of caffeine and catechins in green tea boosts metabolism and increases fat burning, particularly during exercise. Green tea increases energy expenditure and fat oxidation, helping the body to use stored fat for fuel. Green tea also suppresses appetite and increases fat oxidation, hence the regulation of body weight.

  • Lowered Risk of Heart Disease

    The antioxidants in green tea, especially catechins, improve heart health by reducing LDL cholesterol, boosting HDL cholesterol, and improving artery function. This helps lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease. Drinking green tea regularly also supports cardiovascular health and reduces the risk of heart conditions.

  • Blood Sugar Control

    Green tea improves insulin sensitivity and helps to lower blood sugar levels. Its catechins, particularly EGCG, may help to regulate glucose metabolism and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. Drinking green tea regularly helps to reduce blood sugar levels and provides protective effects against diabetes.

Q&A

Q1: Is it good to drink green tea every day?

A1: Green tea is safe and beneficial to most people when consumed daily. Its health benefits, such as improved heart health and weight control, make it an excellent addition to the daily routine.

Q2: What's the difference between green tea and matcha?

A2: The difference between green tea and matcha is that in green tea, steeped leaves are consumed, while ground tea powder.match is drank, which contains more caffeine and antioxidants than regular green tea.

Q3: Can people with high blood pressure drink green tea?

A3: Green tea can lower blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health. Its antioxidants, like catechins, can strengthen blood vessels or make them more relaxed in people with high blood pressure.

Q4: Is green tea good for the liver?

A4: Green tea protects the liver from damage due to its antioxidants. EGCG in green tea reduces oxidative stress and inflammation, which are detrimental to the liver.