Friday, September 6, 2013

Step On Proper Preparation Of Leaf Tea

By Helene Norris


The leaf tea Scottsdale is a common kitchen stock that has been proven to do a lot more benefits. However, a lot of people may not have the knowledge of how it should be prepared properly. Here are some tips to follow.

Have the things to be used ready ahead of time and this would first be the main ingredient which are the organic leaves. The water that will be used should preferably be spring water and the kettle, strainer and the cup or mug should be prepared as well. Honey and citruses are allowable additions later on.

Remember that it would be better to have the fresh leaves and it should not be forgotten that the oils in them could be easily broken down over time. If they already have, then the taste would be different that is why buying from a store with a high turnover of stocks is preferred. It they are stored in a cool and dry place, it could be shelved for two years.

The contents are usually packed in tiny paper or fabric bags but it wold be better to loosen them up upon their preparation. The leaves need room to be able to expand and release their flavor but if sticking them to the bag is preferred, then at least choose the large ones. However, this will inhibit the release of vitamins which could benefit the brain.

The ratio that should be followed ideally is that one teaspoon of ingredients is added to one cup of water hence the volume is determine by the amount of the ingredient. Preferably use spring water or filtered tap water. Also have it tested for compounds or mineral that might change the taste.

Place the ingredients in the strainer and heat then according to the standard for every type of leaves that are being used. Temperature is another factor that can affect the taste since each type has a different content of particular chemicals. Black ones, having more tannin content needs high temperature while the white or the green only needs lower.

Do not allow the ingredients to boiled too much because over steeping will only make it a bit bitter as the tannin will be released even though it is still safe to drink. The black one often needs about three up to five minutes in a hot water. The green and white only need about two minutes in steep water.

Another thing that must be done in order to increase the benefit of the antioxidants contained therein is by squeezing citrus into the cup. This is possible because vitamin C increases the body absorption and it could also lessen the bitter taste. Grapefruit, oranges and lemons are allowable while honey could be added for sweetness.

Leaf tea Scottsdale has a lot of common uses and most people have this drink multiple times in a day. Contrary to common belief, having an iced one has rather have its healthful benefits too for the antioxidants will be staying longer. This is good for people who are losing weight or has a risk for diabetes.




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