mercredi 11 septembre 2013

Tips On Preparing Leaf Tea

By Helene Norris


Even from a leaf tea Scottsdale, many benefits could be derived that is why it is now considered as a common food in the kitchen. Unfortunately, many have not now the correct procedure of preparing it. This guide will actually help in the process.

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.

The fresh ingredients should always be used and it should not be compromised that the oils containing in them can break down after a period of time. An old stock would taste different and in order to ascertain freshness, buy from a shop with a rapid turnover. They could last up to two years if store in dry and cool container.

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 ideal ratio in preparing is one cup of water for a teaspoon of ingredients making the quantity of the leaves as the determinant of how much volume should be put into a kettle. But be sure that the water has already been tested. The reason for this is that there might be minerals and other compounds that might change the taste.

After placing them in a strainer, bring them to boil based on the temperature required for every type of ingredient used. This temperature can also be a actor in the change f the taste of a preparation because of the different chemical contents. Like the black ones, they need more heat for having more tannin.

Do not over steep the preparation as this will result to a bitter taste due to the higher quantity of tannin tat has been released although it could still be safe. Three to five minutes is required to bring the black ones to boiling. The white or green only requires up to two minutes.

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.

The leaf tea Scottsdale is usually prepared as a common drink and most people could consume four cups daily. An iced drink unlike the common belief, has actually some benefits since the antioxidants will remain longer. This drink has been famous for those who want to lose weight or has diabetes.




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