What is Blooming Pu'er Tea
Blooming Pu’er tea is a variation of blooming tea that is crafted using Pu’er tea leaves instead of green or white tea leaves. It is made by dried edible flowers and Pu’er tea. Popular flowers used include Rose, jasmine, lily, honeysuckle, chrysanthemum, etc. Unlike traditional blooming tea which forms beautiful shapes resembling flowers when steeped in hot water. Blooming Pu’er tea simply involves hand-tying tea leaves and edible flowers into a compact ball or bundle. Blooming Pu’er tea is a delightful and enchanting addition to the world of specialty teas for its taste and aroma.
Our Blooming Pu'er Tea
Brewing Guide
1.Prepare Your Teapot or Glass Container
Choose a glass teapot or glass container that allows you to observe the blooming process. The transparency of the vessel enhances the visual experience of blooming tea.
2.Select a Blooming Tea Ball
Choose a blooming tea ball of your preference. Each blooming tea ball is handcrafted and may contain different types of tea leaves and flowers.
3.Boil Water to the Right Temperature
For blooming tea, use water around 176°F to 194°F (80°C to 90°C). If you don't have a temperature-controlled kettle, you can boil the water and then let it cool for a couple of minutes before pouring.
4.Place the Blooming Tea Ball in the Teapot
Carefully place one blooming tea ball into the glass teapot or container. Ensure that the blooming tea ball is submerged in water and has enough space to unfurl.
5.Pour Hot Water Over the Tea Ball
Slowly pour the hot water over the blooming tea ball. Pour in a circular motion to fully saturate the ball and encourage it to begin blooming.
6.Steep the Tea for the Desired Time
Allow the blooming tea ball to steep for about 3 to 5 minutes, depending on your preference for tea strength. Use a timer to ensure precise steeping.
7.Serve and Enjoy
Once the steeping time is complete, carefully pour the brewed blooming tea into cups or glasses. Admire the beauty of the blooming tea before savoring its delicate flavor and aroma.
8.Optional Re-steeping
Depending on the quality of the blooming tea ball, you may be able to steep it multiple times. After enjoying the first infusion, let the tea ball dry out and store it for future use.
Handmade Process
Frequently Asked Questions
Blooming tea, also known as flowering tea, is a handcrafted tea made by skillfully sewing together tea leaves and edible flowers into a bundle or ball. When steeped in hot water, these bundles unfurl and bloom into beautiful shapes, resembling flowers.
Blooming tea is made by carefully hand-tying tea leaves (often green or white tea) around edible flowers using cotton thread. The tied bundles are then dried to maintain their shape until they are steeped in hot water.
Common flowers used in blooming tea include jasmine, lily, hibiscus, marigold, and globe amaranth. These flowers not only contribute to the visual appeal of the tea but also infuse delicate floral notes into the flavor.
To brew blooming tea, place one blooming tea ball in a glass teapot or glass container. Pour hot water (around 176°F to 194°F or 80°C to 90°C) over the tea ball and watch as it unfurls and blooms. Allow it to steep for several minutes until the desired strength is achieved.
Yes, the flowers used in blooming tea are edible and safe to consume. They add a decorative element to the tea and may impart subtle flavors and aromas.
Blooming tea typically has a delicate and mild flavor profile with subtle floral notes. The taste can vary depending on the type of tea leaves and flowers used in the blooming tea ball.
Some blooming tea balls can be steeped multiple times, each time revealing a different pattern as more layers unfurl. Generally, you can steep blooming tea at least two to three times while enjoying the visual display.
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Blooming tea is typically made with green or white tea leaves, which contain caffeine. Therefore, blooming tea will have some caffeine content, although generally less than black tea or coffee.