Chinese Health Theraphy

Oolong tea has been produced since the seventeenth century, since then, has occupied an important place in the category of most popular teas.

Oolong Tea Collection

Legend has it that the first Oolong tea Wu Liang was obtained when forgetting to dry green tea that had gathered. The fermented tea but he decided to try to taste and to his surprise he found it exquisite.

Oolong tea is half way between green tea and black tea, obtaining them is a delicate process.The tea leaves are picked the morning of trees that should be about five years. They remove the moisture and are agitated to break the edges and the leaf surface in contact with oxygen is higher.

They are subjected to a constant temperature and humidity, being very attentive to the fermentation process because it has to be stopped when the leaves are 30% red and 70% green.

This process makes the Oolong tea has a special flavor, less sweet than green tea but less bitter than black tea.

Oolong Tea Properties

Oolong tea, the nature of collection and preparation, is most commendable. Its use will provide multiple benefits to our body.

* Due to its high tannin content which scientists believe can be effective in the fight against cancer.
* Oolong tea is rich in polyphenols.
* Increases the body’s defenses.
* It helps in the fight against obesity.
* It is an ally against aging, because it contains many antioxidants.
* Protects the cardiovascular system.
* Helps control cholesterol.
* Oolong Tea provides us with many vitamins and minerals.

How to make the best Oolong tea

When preparing a good Oolong tea we must consider the following tips:

* The water should not reach the boiling point.
* A teaspoon per cup is enough.
* And we let it stand about 3 minutes.

Did you know …?

Oolong tea is also known as blue tea.
Tea is one of the most appreciated by the Orientals.
In Taiwan Oolong tea also occurs but the fermentation process is longer, which makes it a darker infusion.

credit to: Elia Arcas
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