Thread: What is in your cup?
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Old 02-06-2011, 02:59 AM   #7635
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Originally Posted by Poppaea View Post
How did you brew the whites? Mariage Freres do recommend a steeping time of 7 min for the Pai Mu Tans (Fancy White Peony) and 15 min for Yin Zhens (Silver Needles) using 70°C water and 2 teaspoons per cup!!! It also takes some time to be able to distinguish their subtle flavours. When starting whites it is a good idea to stick exclusivly to white tea for some days so your taste buds are not overwhelmed by stronger flavours.

Here is a link to their steeping chart.

The green Khongea btw is to be steeped only for 2.5 min in 90-95°C water! Try to detect its sweetness.

Right now I am having a good strong Assam Blend for breakfast.

Very useful post. Personally, I find those high steeping times for black teas too much for my taste. I like tea as it is, without sugar or milk or any flavoring added.
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