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DO YOU KNOW HOW MANY DIFFERENT TYPES OF TEA LEAVES YOU CAN BUY?

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Tea is a natural energy booster. Drinking a cup of tea in the evening or at the afternoon can refresh your mind and boost your energy level. But do you know how many different types of tea leaves you can buy? Let's explore and know some of them.

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DO YOU KNOW HOW MANY DIFFERENT TYPES OF TEA LEAVES YOU CAN BUY?
Isn't it surprising to learn that the different types of tea leaves, like green, black, oolong, white, pu-erh etc come from the leaves of the same species? A sip of any of these teas helps in kick-starting our day on a fresh note and gives us the energy to keep us going for the rest of the day. 
WHAT MAKES THE TEA LEAVES DIFFERENT?
While each type of tea is made from the leaves of the Camellia Sinensis plant, the difference in the tea leaf texture and taste depends on the weather and the soil backed up by the tea leaf cutting and oxidation process. SOIL AND WEATHER
According to the cutting method, there are two types of tea leaves - CTC and Orthodox. TEA LEAF CUTTING
Tea oxidation is yet another factor which determines whether the tea leaves will become white, green, oolong or black tea. Hence, in this presentation, we will delve into each type of tea leaves and the way they are prepared which gives them the distinct taste and aroma, thereby making them an essential part of our lifestyle. OXIDATION PROCESS
LET'S TAKE A LOOK THROUGH THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF TEA LEAVES WE SEE
 They can also be termed as the 'virgin tea' as this type of tea goes through the fewest steps of processing. Originating from the Fujian province of China, white teas are picked when the young tea buds are tightly enveloped in new leaves. They have the most delicate flavour and aroma as the leaves are not rolled or crushed in the processing. They are so delicately made that the tea leaves have a silky and a velvety texture to it.  WHITE TEA
When you'll first take the sip of this tea, you'll not come across any distinct taste and aroma. However, after a few more sips you'll start feeling the subtle change in your breath and at the back of your mouth. Your taste buds will pick up the sensation of a soft, nourishing sweetness which will eventually become distinct on your palate. Preparation of white tea requires pure water at 175° F and it contains the least amount of caffeine among all the tea leaves. WHITE TEA
Coming from China and Japan, green tea leaves which are plucked in the morning are ready to be brewed the same night. The lack of oxidation gives green tea leaves the ability to retain its dark green colour, the tannins, Vitamin C, chlorophyll and minerals. Also, the bypass of oxidation is responsible for the low caffeine content of green tea which is somewhere around 1%. GREEN TEA
Chinese green tea contains around 30–35 milligrams of caffeine per 8 oz cup whereas Japanese green tea contains 25–30 milligrams of caffeine per 8 oz cup. The leaves are heated immediately after plucking which prevents them from withering or oxidation. Because of this, green tea can be termed as the mild energizer without giving rise to insomnia or agitation, thereby refreshing our mind. GREEN TEA
Oolong tea is a favourite among the connoisseurs. Why? Oolong tea lies somewhere in between black tea and green tea. They are semi-oxidized which gives them the body and texture of a black tea with the brightness and freshness of green tea. OOLONG TEA
The leaves are wilted and rolled often by hand. Then, they are allowed to partially oxidize followed by firing in a pan or basket to arrest the oxidation process. Oxidation ranges from 12–85% and at times charcoal smoke is used to impart a flavor to the tea. OOLONG TEA
The process gives the tea leaves a caffeine content and antioxidant level falling in between green and black tea, thereby making the most healthy and palatable choice for the tea lovers. Most of the Oolong tea hail from China or Taiwan. OOLONG TEA
Black tea or Chai, as we call it in India are fully oxidized which allows them to brew a liquor from reddish brown to dark brown. They are extremely popular in India, Sri Lanka, and China which contains a high caffeine content, almost 40-60 milligrams per 8 oz cup. BLACK TEA
After the leaves are plucked, they are allowed to shrink followed by a rolling and a crushing process by hand or machine. This step activates the oxidation process and allows the leaves to turn black. Finally, they are fired in ovens to stop the oxidation process. The three major tea producing areas in India are Darjeeling, Assam, and Nilgiri. BLACK TEA
Pu’erh tea is very smooth in taste and can be even darker than black tea. This is a naturally fermented tea, and, if stored properly, the older the tea, the better the flavor. Black Pu’erh teas contain about 60– 70 milligrams of caffeine per 8 oz cup, and Green Pu’erh yields about 30–40 milligrams of caffeine for the same sized serving. PU'ERH TEA
Intoxicating aroma, smooth taste, and darker than black tea, Pu'reh teas are naturally fermented and if stored properly, the older the better. These tea leaves contain a high dose of caffeine about  60–70 milligrams per 8 oz cup. PU'ERH TEA
Pu’erh tea is prepared through a special fermentation with the use of semi-fermented green tea of Yunnan large leaf tea. This tea undergoes a secondary fermentation process for a period of 6 months to a year, during which the tea is contained in a warm, humid environment, allowing beneficial bacteria and fungal microflora to flourish.  PU'ERH TEA
According to the tea leaf cutting process, there are mainly two types of tea leaves available: CTC Tea Leaf and Orthodox Tea Leaf. Orthodox teas are whole leaf teas manufactured using the traditional method. CTC teas are made through the Crush, Tear and Curl (CTC) process of manufacture which produces a granular leaf particle. They comprise 3 main grades of tea leaves mainly the broken, fannings and dust; with dust being the finest particles of tea following a progressive sieving process. ORTHODOX & CTC TEA
These are some of the popular types of tea leaves which are available in the market to suit the taste buds of the different individuals. Most of us end up choosing the favourite cup of tea based on our taste preference and distinguished health benefits which comes from each type of tea leaf. Hope we have been able to provide you some of the vast information about tea leaves. Thank You for reading.

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DO YOU KNOW HOW MANY DIFFERENT TYPES OF TEA LEAVES YOU CAN BUY?

  • 1. DO YOU KNOW HOW MANY DIFFERENT TYPES OF TEA LEAVES YOU CAN BUY?
  • 2. Isn't it surprising to learn that the different types of tea leaves, like green, black, oolong, white, pu-erh etc come from the leaves of the same species? A sip of any of these teas helps in kick-starting our day on a fresh note and gives us the energy to keep us going for the rest of the day. 
  • 4. While each type of tea is made from the leaves of the Camellia Sinensis plant, the difference in the tea leaf texture and taste depends on the weather and the soil backed up by the tea leaf cutting and oxidation process. SOIL AND WEATHER
  • 5. According to the cutting method, there are two types of tea leaves - CTC and Orthodox. TEA LEAF CUTTING
  • 6. Tea oxidation is yet another factor which determines whether the tea leaves will become white, green, oolong or black tea. Hence, in this presentation, we will delve into each type of tea leaves and the way they are prepared which gives them the distinct taste and aroma, thereby making them an essential part of our lifestyle. OXIDATION PROCESS
  • 7. LET'S TAKE A LOOK THROUGH THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF TEA LEAVES WE SEE
  • 8.  They can also be termed as the 'virgin tea' as this type of tea goes through the fewest steps of processing. Originating from the Fujian province of China, white teas are picked when the young tea buds are tightly enveloped in new leaves. They have the most delicate flavour and aroma as the leaves are not rolled or crushed in the processing. They are so delicately made that the tea leaves have a silky and a velvety texture to it.  WHITE TEA
  • 9. When you'll first take the sip of this tea, you'll not come across any distinct taste and aroma. However, after a few more sips you'll start feeling the subtle change in your breath and at the back of your mouth. Your taste buds will pick up the sensation of a soft, nourishing sweetness which will eventually become distinct on your palate. Preparation of white tea requires pure water at 175° F and it contains the least amount of caffeine among all the tea leaves. WHITE TEA
  • 10. Coming from China and Japan, green tea leaves which are plucked in the morning are ready to be brewed the same night. The lack of oxidation gives green tea leaves the ability to retain its dark green colour, the tannins, Vitamin C, chlorophyll and minerals. Also, the bypass of oxidation is responsible for the low caffeine content of green tea which is somewhere around 1%. GREEN TEA
  • 11. Chinese green tea contains around 30–35 milligrams of caffeine per 8 oz cup whereas Japanese green tea contains 25–30 milligrams of caffeine per 8 oz cup. The leaves are heated immediately after plucking which prevents them from withering or oxidation. Because of this, green tea can be termed as the mild energizer without giving rise to insomnia or agitation, thereby refreshing our mind. GREEN TEA
  • 12. Oolong tea is a favourite among the connoisseurs. Why? Oolong tea lies somewhere in between black tea and green tea. They are semi-oxidized which gives them the body and texture of a black tea with the brightness and freshness of green tea. OOLONG TEA
  • 13. The leaves are wilted and rolled often by hand. Then, they are allowed to partially oxidize followed by firing in a pan or basket to arrest the oxidation process. Oxidation ranges from 12–85% and at times charcoal smoke is used to impart a flavor to the tea. OOLONG TEA
  • 14. The process gives the tea leaves a caffeine content and antioxidant level falling in between green and black tea, thereby making the most healthy and palatable choice for the tea lovers. Most of the Oolong tea hail from China or Taiwan. OOLONG TEA
  • 15. Black tea or Chai, as we call it in India are fully oxidized which allows them to brew a liquor from reddish brown to dark brown. They are extremely popular in India, Sri Lanka, and China which contains a high caffeine content, almost 40-60 milligrams per 8 oz cup. BLACK TEA
  • 16. After the leaves are plucked, they are allowed to shrink followed by a rolling and a crushing process by hand or machine. This step activates the oxidation process and allows the leaves to turn black. Finally, they are fired in ovens to stop the oxidation process. The three major tea producing areas in India are Darjeeling, Assam, and Nilgiri. BLACK TEA
  • 17. Pu’erh tea is very smooth in taste and can be even darker than black tea. This is a naturally fermented tea, and, if stored properly, the older the tea, the better the flavor. Black Pu’erh teas contain about 60– 70 milligrams of caffeine per 8 oz cup, and Green Pu’erh yields about 30–40 milligrams of caffeine for the same sized serving. PU'ERH TEA
  • 18. Intoxicating aroma, smooth taste, and darker than black tea, Pu'reh teas are naturally fermented and if stored properly, the older the better. These tea leaves contain a high dose of caffeine about  60–70 milligrams per 8 oz cup. PU'ERH TEA
  • 19. Pu’erh tea is prepared through a special fermentation with the use of semi-fermented green tea of Yunnan large leaf tea. This tea undergoes a secondary fermentation process for a period of 6 months to a year, during which the tea is contained in a warm, humid environment, allowing beneficial bacteria and fungal microflora to flourish.  PU'ERH TEA
  • 20. According to the tea leaf cutting process, there are mainly two types of tea leaves available: CTC Tea Leaf and Orthodox Tea Leaf. Orthodox teas are whole leaf teas manufactured using the traditional method. CTC teas are made through the Crush, Tear and Curl (CTC) process of manufacture which produces a granular leaf particle. They comprise 3 main grades of tea leaves mainly the broken, fannings and dust; with dust being the finest particles of tea following a progressive sieving process. ORTHODOX & CTC TEA
  • 21. These are some of the popular types of tea leaves which are available in the market to suit the taste buds of the different individuals. Most of us end up choosing the favourite cup of tea based on our taste preference and distinguished health benefits which comes from each type of tea leaf. Hope we have been able to provide you some of the vast information about tea leaves. Thank You for reading.