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Tea: How Is Jasmine Tea Different From Other Teas?
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If you’re a tea drinker, it’s likely that you’ve tried jasmine
tea. Jasmine tea is the most popular blend of Chinese tea, and
has been produced for more than 700 years. It was first produced
during the Sung dynasty, by plucking the jasmine leaves as soon
as they begin to bloom.
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Tea: How Is Jasmine Tea Different From Other Teas?
Copyright (c) 2007 Marcus Stout
Golden Moon Tea
http://www.GoldenMoonTea.com
If you’re a tea drinker, it’s likely that you’ve tried jasmine
tea. Jasmine tea is the most popular blend of Chinese tea, and
has been produced for more than 700 years. It was first produced
during the Sung dynasty, by plucking the jasmine leaves as soon
as they begin to bloom.
The freshly plucked jasmine leaves were stored in a cool place
until nightfall, when the blossoms began to release their
fragrance. Then the jasmine petals were added to dry heaps of tea
leaves, to allow the dry tea leaves to absorb the fragrance.
Ordinary grades were scented two or three times; the special
grades even more. Today, the process is much the same, though it
may not be carried out by hand these days.
The best jasmine tea is said to come from the Fujian province in
China. This is because this area of China produces the largest
and heaviest scented jasmine leaves and some of the loosest tea
leaves, which can absorb the jasmine fragrance better. Like with
most other teas, the first pluckings in the spring produce the
very best jasmine tea because the tea leaves are so tender. In
fact, jasmine tea produced from the first pluckings of the tea
leaves is sometimes referred to as “Spring Breeze” jasmine tea.
Jasmine tea has been the favorite tea of those in northern China
for many years, but has gained favor all over the world in more
recent years. There are some interesting facts and differences
about jasmine tea.
* It was believed to have spiritual powers – One of the reasons
that jasmine tea became so popular came from the belief that the
tea held special spiritual powers. This made it a favorite for
tea ceremonies.
* Jasmine tea can be made from green, oolong, white and black
tea – You can find jasmine tea in your favorite variety of tea,
whether green, black, oolong or white. Most jasmine tea is made
with green tea, but it is possible to find other varieties.
So, if you’re in the market for jasmine tea, which should you
choose?
Well, of course, it depends upon your tastes. It’s likely that
your favorite jasmine tea will be the one that’s combined with
your favorite tea to drink plain. But, you should experiment with
other forms of jasmine tea. You may find that other teas that
don’t really appeal to you in their plainest form are very
appealing when combined with jasmine. Here are some
characteristics of the different varieties of jasmine tea.
Jasmine Green Tea – This is the most common form of Jasmine tea.
Jasmine green tea is one of the healthiest ways to drink jasmine
tea. Jasmine green tea has a very natural and light flavor, with
the plant taste of green tea complemented by the sweet and
fragrant jasmine blossoms. What makes jasmine green tea so
healthy is that it retains the tea’s anti-oxidants in their most
natural form, because the tea is not fermented. These natural
anti-oxidants protect our health by neutralizing the free
radicals in our bodies. These free radicals, which are created
during our digestive process, can damage our cells and DNA if we
don’t keep them in check. A diet rich in anti-oxidants like
those found in green and white tea keeps these free radicals
under control.
Oolong Jasmine Tea – Oolong jasmine tea is likely the second most
common form of green tea. Oolong teas are semi-fermented, meaning
that they are fermented for a shorter period of time than black
teas. To produce a oolong tea, fermentation must be stopped when
the leaves are 30% red and 70% green. It is the ability to stop
the fermentation at precisely the right time that gives oolong
teas their distinct flavor. Most oolong teas are dried using
charcoal, giving it another distinct dimension. Oolong jasmine
teas are smooth with the fruity taste that is common in oolong
tea. However, the jasmine also makes the tea fragrant and sweet.
White Jasmine Tea – The combination of light and sweet white tea
with fragrant jasmine makes for a very delicate flavor. As white
tea gains popularity in the Western world, it’s likely that
white jasmine tea will become easier to find. Because white tea,
like green tea, is unfermented, you’ll gain the same health
benefits from drinking white tea that green tea provides.
Black Jasmine Tea – While black tea is the most common variety of
tea consumed in the Western world, it is the tea least commonly
combined with jasmine. Black tea is bolder and stronger than
green and white teas, so the jasmine is not as prominent in the
flavor or aroma.
Regardless of the variety of tea you choose, it’s likely you’ll
find that the addition of jasmine is a true delight. Most tea
drinkers find the scent of jasmine tea very soothing, making it a
great tea to enjoy in the evening.
You’re certain to want to sample many varieties of jasmine tea
to determine your favorites. If you love the fragrance and
sweetness of jasmine combined with tea as much as I do, you’ll
have a favorite jasmine tea from every tea variety available!
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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
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