A cup of fragrant hot tea is a must for most people in the morning.
Apart from its distinctive fragrant taste, tea is also loved because it has a number of health benefits, including improving mood, reducing inflammation, and reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and Alzheimer's.
In order to get enjoyment and good benefits from tea, sometimes special attention is needed in making tea and choosing the tea itself.
You can choose the best quality tea based on the following things:
- Look at the appearance of the tea. Reporting from the Times of India, the appearance of the tea can explain whether the tea is of good quality or not. The best tea leaves are those that are well sorted. According to experts, it is believed that tea leaves should not contain stains or stems and should not be crushed. In addition, make sure the leaves do not contain wood chips, because this can make the aroma of the leaves less pronounced.
- Pay attention to when the tea is brewed. Next, the color of the tea when it is brewed can also determine the quality of the tea. The color of tea also varies depending on the type. For example, green tea will produce a golden yellow color when brewed, while black tea will tend to produce a brownish red color, but not a cloudy red. If you like tea with a strong quality, then black tea might be a suitable choice.
- Inhale the aroma. Apart from the color, good quality tea will also provide a refreshing aroma when brewed. This is because tea has its own distinctive aroma and any tea counterfeiting will be very obvious. If the smell of the tea fades, it means the tea is low quality. However, if the tea has a strong and fresh aroma, it indicates the tea is of good quality.
- Drink and taste. Finally, what you can do is drink the tea. The taste, color and aroma of tea can determine the freshness of the tea itself. No matter which tea you prefer, a sip of tea can stimulate your taste sensations and can be used to identify whether the tea is good or bad.
Good tea, of course, tastes fragrant. Meanwhile, tea that has been stored for too long will have a musty aroma and taste.