[Pu’er Tea & Osmanthus] The Flavor of a Fragrant Collision

In ‘Supplement to Compendium of Materia Medica,’ it is recorded that ‘Pu’er tea tastes bitter and has a harsh nature; it relieves greasy food and the toxins of beef and mutton, cleanses the intestines, and promotes bowel movement.’ This mentions that Pu’er tea has the effects of relieving greasiness, reducing fat, and aiding in weight loss. Traditional Chinese medicine also believes that Pu’er tea can clear heat, prevent summer heat, detoxify, aid digestion, reduce greasiness, promote urination, relieve constipation, remove phlegm, dispel wind and release the exterior, stop coughing and generate fluids, boost Qi, and prolong life; it is also called ‘Longevity Tea.’

Osmanthus, also known as Sweet Osmanthus, tastes pungent and is warm in nature, with a fresh and alluring fragrance. It has effects that soothe the mind, calm the nerves, relieve cough and phlegm, nourish health, and moisten the lungs. It can relieve dry mouth, bloating, and gastrointestinal discomfort, beautify the skin, eliminate internal toxins, and strengthen heart muscle function.

Osmanthus Pu’er tea is made by brewing osmanthus flowers together with Pu’er tea. It has a rich aroma, and because ripe Pu’er tea is mild in nature, drinking osmanthus Pu’er tea can help warm and nourish the stomach and alleviate gastrointestinal discomfort. Ordinarily, besides selecting osmanthus and Pu’er tea to brew osmanthus Pu’er tea on your own, you can also buy pre-blended osmanthus Pu’er tea to brew directly. Among the pre-blended options on the market, Puke Osmanthus Pu’er tea is considered to be of better quality. Regarding the brewing of osmanthus Pu’er tea and the aesthetics of tea:

How to Brew Osmanthus Pu’er TeaPreparation: Prepare a glass or ceramic cup suitable for brewing tea or drinking water;Adding Tea: Remove the Osmanthus Pu’er tea cake from its outer packaging and place it into the cup;Brewing: Pour boiling water at 100°C (212°F) into the cup with the Osmanthus Pu’er tea;Tasting: Wait for three minutes, then enjoy the rich aroma and flavor of the Osmanthus Pu’er tea (you can add brown sugar, rock sugar, or honey according to your personal preference).

Brewing TechniquesThe water temperature, steeping time, and the amount of water directly affect the strength of the tea. When brewing Osmanthus Pu-erh, you can adjust the steeping time and the amount of water in your cup according to personal taste (observe the color of the tea).During the brewing process, lifting and gently shaking the tea block helps the tea leaves spread evenly, allowing the flavors of both the osmanthus and the Pu-erh tea to be fully expressed.

Health-Preserving Characteristics02Warming NatureAccording to traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) health-preserving concepts, Osmanthus Pu-erh tea is carefully crafted using large-leaf Yunnan arbor Pu-erh tea as the base ingredient, blended with osmanthus flowers in precise TCM proportions. Through microbial fermentation, the naturally cold Pu-erh tea transforms into a warming substance; additionally, osmanthus is warm in nature and has the effect of warming the stomach and relieving pain. Therefore, Osmanthus Pu-erh tea is a warming tea suitable for all kinds of people, particularly office workers who sit for long periods and middle-aged and elderly individuals.Non-Stimulating, Does Not Affect SleepThrough microbial fermentation, the stimulatory substances in Pu-erh tea, such as caffeine, are broken down, ingested, and transformed by microbes, eventually degrading into substances that do not have a stimulating effect. Osmanthus Pu-erh tea does not stimulate the nervous system and does not affect sleep. It is suitable for drinking at any time, including in the evening.The Aesthetics of Tea03The Beauty of Tea Ceremony: Pour clean boiling water along the edge of a transparent glass cup. As the steam rises, the pale yellow osmanthus flowers and tea leaves gradually unfold, delicate and ethereal like fine gauze or mist. The aroma of Osmanthus Pu-erh tea permeates the air. The pleasant fragrance of osmanthus helps calm the mind, allowing one to quietly observe the changing tea soup and carefully appreciate the ancient beauty of Eastern tea ceremonies.The Beauty of Tea Flavor: Carefully selected ripe Pu-erh tea is paired with complementary osmanthus plants. The rich taste of Pu-erh combines with the pleasant floral aroma of osmanthus, creating a harmonious blend of flower and herb that makes the tea’s flavor rich and leaves a lasting aftertaste.The Beauty of Tea Effects: Through unique microbial fermentation and transformation, Osmanthus Pu-erh tea enhances the health benefits of Pu-erh and the medicinal effects of osmanthus, mutually reinforcing each other to maximize effectiveness, achieving the goal of health preservation.

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