Hello everyone! Today we're going to talk about one of Guangdong's specialties - Chenpi tea. This tea is not only aromatic, but also has many health benefits. So, how should you brew Chenpi tea? Let's take a look.
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Benefits and Effects of Stale Peel Tea
Before formally brewing the tea, let's first understand the benefits of Chenpi tea. Chenpi is made from orange peels that have been aged for many years and has the ability to regulate qi, strengthen the spleen, resolve phlegm and stop coughs. Drinking Chenpi tea regularly can promote digestion and relieve bloating, as well as boost immunity and help detoxify the body.
Choosing Quality Chen Pi
To make a good cup of tea, you first need to choose the right material. There are many types of aged peels on the market, but quality aged peels are generally darker in color, have a natural luster, and smell of strong citrus aroma. The older the peel, the higher the medicinal value, and it is recommended to choose a peel that has been aged for more than ten years.
How to Make Peel Tea
Next, let's take a closer look at how to make Chenpi tea.
Prepared Materials
The ingredients you need to prepare include: 5 grams of Chen Pi, 3 grams of green tea and 500 ml of boiling water. Depending on your personal taste, you can also add some red dates or wolfberries.
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Step 1: Wash the peel
Rinse the tangerine peel with water to remove any dust on the surface. If the peel is hard, soften it slightly with warm water.
Step 2: Tear the peel
Tear the washed peel into small slices for flavor.
Step 3: Warm the cup
Before brewing the tea, you can warm the tea set with hot water so as to better stimulate the aroma of the peel and the tea leaves.
Step 4: Make Tea
Put the torn peel and green tea together in a teapot and add boiling water. When the tea is first brewed, pour out the water quickly, this is called "washing the tea". Then refill with boiling water and steep for 3-5 minutes to enjoy.
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Variations on how to make Chen Pi Tea
In addition to the basic infusion, there are a few variants to try.
Pu'er tea with orange peel
Pairing Chenpi with Puerh tea can increase the mellowness of the tea. The steps are similar to the basic brewing method, just replace the green tea with Puerh tea.
Tangerine Peel and Red Date Tea
Adding a few red dates to tangerine peel tea not only adds sweetness, but also replenishes blood and nourishes the skin. Make tea with torn peel and pitted red dates for a unique flavor.
Chinese wolfberry tea with tangerine peel
Goji berries are known to nourish the liver and kidneys, and when combined with tangerine peel in tea, it helps to relieve fatigue. The brewing method is also simple, put the peel and wolfberries together in a teapot and fill with boiling water to steep.
How to Preserve Stale Peel Tea
Preservation of Chenpi tea is also important. Chenpi should be stored in a dry and ventilated place, away from moisture and direct sunlight. It can be kept in an airtight ceramic jar or glass bottle to keep it dry and fragrant.
Drinking Suggestions for Stale Peel Tea
Although there are many benefits of orange peel tea, it should be consumed in moderation. Generally, one to two cups per day is enough and should not be overdone. In addition, people with cold spleen and stomach should drink it with caution, and it is recommended to drink it under the guidance of a doctor.
summarize
Chan Pei Tea is not only a delicious drink, but also has many health benefits. Once you master the method of making the tea, you too can enjoy this unique Cantonese flavor easily at home. I hope this article can help you, so try making your own cup of Chen Pi tea!
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