Easy Healthy Food Guide » wu long tea http://www.easyhealthyfoodguide.com Sat, 11 Feb 2012 13:11:22 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Tea: Comparing Ceylon Green Teas To Indian Green Teas http://www.easyhealthyfoodguide.com/2010/03/tea-comparing-ceylon-green-teas-to-indian-green-teas/ http://www.easyhealthyfoodguide.com/2010/03/tea-comparing-ceylon-green-teas-to-indian-green-teas/#comments Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:16:49 +0000 Admin http://www.easyhealthyfoodguide.com/2010/03/tea-comparing-ceylon-green-teas-to-indian-green-teas/ Most of the world’s green tea is produced in China and Japan. In fact, China is where green tea originated. Centuries ago, before other tea processing methods were developed, tea harvesters simply dried tea leaves in the sun before storing them, and this is how green tea was born. It gained favor quickly in this part of the world. Even after black tea processing began, it didn’t outsell green tea. Both countries produce very good green tea with very distinct flavors. Green teas from Sri Lanka and India are not as common as Asian green teas, and, in fact, many people don’t even realize that these countries produce green teas. However , one taste of Ceylon or Indian green teas and you’ll likely want more.

Sri Lanka

Ceylon teas are grown in Sri Lanka. Tea is grown in the highlands of Sri Lanka, over an area of about four thousand square miles. Ceylon green teas have a full body and are somewhat pungent with a nutty or malty flavor. Ceylon green teas have a very bright and bold flavor. Today, Ceylon is considered a fairly minor green tea producer. However, as the demand for green tea grows, it’s likely that more green tea will be produced in Sri Lanka. For those who are accustomed to Chinese and Japanese green teas, Ceylon tea may be a surprise because its flavor is so different.

India

India produces two varieties of green tea, Assam and Darjeeling. Both of these teas have distinct flavors and qualities and both are gaining popularity. Assam green tea is fairly new to the market, but is gaining market quickly. Assam green tea is typically medium bodied tea that is very flavorful. Like Assam black teas, Assam greens are malty and have definite notes of honey flavor.

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]]> http://www.easyhealthyfoodguide.com/2010/03/tea-comparing-ceylon-green-teas-to-indian-green-teas/feed/ 0 Wu Long Tea And It’s Different Types http://www.easyhealthyfoodguide.com/2010/02/wu-long-tea-and-its-different-types/ http://www.easyhealthyfoodguide.com/2010/02/wu-long-tea-and-its-different-types/#comments Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:03:39 +0000 Gabriel Lozen http://www.easyhealthyfoodguide.com/2010/02/wu-long-tea-and-its-different-types/ Wu long or oolong tea is available in a range of prices which are based on the degree to which the tea has been fermented. Each batch if wu long tea is graded on the basis of taste, fragrance, leaf color and the color of the tea liquor. All these factors come together to determine the price of the tea. Some varieties of wu long tea can be very expensive. However, you can buy about 2 oz. of quality wu long tea under $10. This amount of tea makes about 30 standard cups. As a rule, you will the grades of wu long tea from online stores will be better than those available at grocery stores. Here is a rough guide to the types of wu long teas.

The Taiwanese Oolong as the name suggests, comes from Taiwan. This grade of tea is among the most flavorful of all types. The high altitude and sea air are major factors that contribute to the flavor of this tea.

1990 Aged Alishan Oolong is a classic, dark, black leaf oolong variety. This is a roasted tea that can be steeped even upto ten times and still be just as flavorful. This tea has a sweet, full-bodied taste and a distinctive aftertaste that lingers on. The tea leaves give off an enticing fragrance. This grade has a complex flavor that is sure to appeal to regular drinkers of wu long tea.

The 2006 Alishan Spring High Mountain variety is a hand-made tea. It is comprised of leaves that ripe, full and tender. Wu long connoisseurs like this tea for its slight sweetness and an aftertaste that is almost creamy.

The Lishan High Mountain Spring Oolong is a light green tea and is one of the best wu long varieties from Taiwan. It has a sweet and creamy flavor and provides a smooth sensation in your throat when you drink it. You can steep this tea severla times and still enjoy the flavor.

The Spring Buds Green Jade Oolong makes a wonderful morning tea. This type of tea is characterized by small leaves that are rolled tightly and have a dark green color. This variety is known for its spicy but sweet taste and can be served both hot and cold. This tea generally sells at about $12 for 2oz.

The Formosa Green Jade Oolong is a classic green wu long tea. Try this tea if you like your tea smooth and sweet along with a fresh after taste. This tea comprises single, tightly rolled leaves. This sweet tea is reasonable priced and offers good value for money.

The Formosa Golden Buds Oolong has a stronger taste than the Green Jade Oolong and has more body. It has some of the spicy taste of the Green Jade Oolong.

The Golden Amber Oolong is less flowery as compared to the green wu long varieties. The leaves of this tea are fine and well processed and provide a rich fragrance.

The Oriental Beauty Oolong is a variety that is produced in limited amounts. This tea is grown at an altitude of 2500 feet and is characterized by its honey-like taste.

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