Xiaoqinggan is a type of tea crafted from a blend of Guangdong tangerines and top-grade Yunnan Pu-erh tea. It’s a variety of Pu-erh tea noted for its rich and sweet flavor, as well as its distinct floral and aged aroma. This unique character is attributed to the special fruitiness of the tangerine, which is absorbed by the Pu-erh tea over time. For this particular Xiaoqinggan, we’ve selected 10-year-old Pu-erh tea of the highest grade, blended with authentic tangerines. The harmonious combination of the tangerine’s unique flavor and the ripe Pu-erh tea leaves a lasting impression, making it truly unforgettable.
The production of Pu-erh Orange tea involves more than a dozen steps, including fruit selection, cutting, washing, scooping, drying, tea filling, drying again, and packaging. Throughout the process, each batch varies slightly due to changes in temperature and time. Good craftsmanship lies in adjusting to these subtle differences to achieve the best possible outcome and ensure a high level of integration between the Orange and the tea. With high-quality ingredients, the Orange Pu-erh tea is pure in quality, blending the fruity aroma with the mellow taste of Pu-erh tea to create a unique flavor profile. When brewed, the tea liquor is orange-red and translucent, with a mellow and delicate taste, leaving a refreshing and sweet aftertaste without any impurities or off-flavors.
Pu-erh Orange, a type of traditional Chinese medicine, refers to the dried fruit of immature citrus. It has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for regulating the body and promoting health. Here are some common uses of Pu-erh Orange:
- Regulating Qi and Eliminating Dampness: Pu-erh Orange has a good effect on regulating qi, helping to clear blockages and alleviate various discomforts caused by qi stagnation, such as chest tightness and bloating. It also helps to eliminate dampness in the body, making it suitable for conditions with excess dampness and internal stagnation.
- Aiding Digestion: Pu-erh Orange promotes gastrointestinal motility, aids digestion, and reduces discomfort in the stomach. It can provide relief for symptoms such as loss of appetite and indigestion.
- Freshening Breath: Due to its unique aroma, Pu-erh Orange is often used to freshen breath and improve oral hygiene.
- Improving Respiratory Issues: It can also be used to alleviate respiratory symptoms such as cough and excessive phlegm.
- Promoting Blood Circulation: Pu-erh Orange helps to invigorate blood circulation and remove blood stasis, providing relief for symptoms caused by blood stasis, such as pain and congestion.
- Pu-erh Orange is commonly used to make tea, either as a beverage or added to soups. It can also be combined with other medicinal herbs. However, it is advisable to consult a professional TCM practitioner or doctor before using Pu-erh Orange to ensure that it is suitable for your constitution and health condition.
Here are several brewing methods for Pu-erh Orange tea:
- Whole Fruit Brewing Method: Lift the peel covering the tea-filling hole of the Pu-erh Orange, and place the entire fruit, including the peel, directly into a cup or teapot. Add boiling water at a temperature of 95°C or above, and allow the contents of the orange and Pu-erh tea to slowly dissolve. When the tea liquor turns orange-red or clear yellow-red, it is ready to drink.
- Broken Peel Brewing Method: Use a tea knife to puncture the Pu-erh Orange and break it into pieces by hand. Place the broken pieces into a teacup or gaiwan, and pour boiling water at a temperature of 95°C or above. Allow the tea to steep for two rounds, each lasting 5 to 10 seconds.
- Punctured Fruit Brewing Method: Take a tea knife and puncture several small holes in the surface of the Pu-erh Orange, being careful not to make the holes too big to avoid leaking tea. Place the punctured fruit into a teacup, gaiwan, or glass teapot, and pour boiling water at a temperature of 95°C or above. During the brewing process, you can watch as the tea liquor slowly flows out of the small holes, gradually changing color, which is quite interesting to observe. Each of these methods offers a unique way to experience the flavor and aroma of Pu-erh Orange tea, allowing you to explore and enjoy its complex characteristics.
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