Not too long ago, I drove down Fairview Street in Boise, Idaho called Brew Awakening. It’s a great name for a coffee shop!The space is now empty.This could be someone’s dream and sadly not being realized.Even with high traffic street, cars speeding by don’t always stop. Fast morning commuters won’t notice you if moving traffic is over 35mph. I hope the owner advanced to a better space.
Here I am trying to offer you some simple guidelines on a perfect brew cup of tea. The way to a perfect cup of tea can be as deep as the history of tea.Brewing tea reminds us to be mindful of what we do. It keeps us being in the present moment and pay attention to the detail of the three elements: the temperature, brewing time and serving traditions.The steps are just as important as the drink.The Japanese Tea Ceremony is formal service where all the moves has an intention. Like mediation, the process slows down the mind and allows wisdoms to come through.
With Chinese tradition, the Kung Fu tea encompasses the reflective spirit, the etiquette, and the skills of making and pouring the tea. Kung Fu tea tradition is not for crushing thirst, but to experience the tea through the fragrance and the taste.Small clay tea pot will be used for brewing this tea.This clay absorbs the characters of the tea.Over time, the teapot aged with the aroma of the tea.
In modern days, the general guidelines are 2 to 5 minutes for steeping black tea.Oolong tea steeps longer, about 5 to 8 minutes. The recommended water temperature is around 180 to 190. Green tea takes about 2-4 minutes at 160 to 170 degree water. White tea steeps for 4-6 minutes at 180 degree temperature.The second pot of tea will takes twice as long to infuse. Steep time for Rooibos and other herbal tea varies, but most of them needs to steep 5 minutes or more. Adjust these steps to your personal taste.
Whatever method or tools you use, be with the process and enjoy the experience.Savor your tea time and have a brew awakening.
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