Catechu (Yunnan traditional tea)

Catechu is a kind of traditional tea originated in Yunnan, which is famous for its unique taste and health care effect. It is carefully prepared by Yunnan ethnic minorities with wild tea, flowers, herbs and other natural ingredients. Catechu not only has the functions of cooling and relieving summer heat, promoting digestion and invigorating stomach, but also is an important part of minority culture. Next, let's learn about the making method and drinking skills of catechu.

manufacturing method

material preparation

The main materials of catechu are wild tea, flowers and herbs. Wild tea is the main raw material of catechu, which has a fragrant, bitter and sweet taste and can improve human immunity. Flowers mainly include jasmine, rose and chrysanthemum, which can increase the aroma and taste of tea. The main herbs are grapefruit leaves and osmanthus fragrans, which can improve the taste and medicinal value of tea.

Production steps

1. Put the wild tea leaves in the teapot, brew them with boiling water for a few minutes, and then pour off the water soaked for the first time.

2. Put the flowers and herbs into the teapot and brew with boiling water for a few minutes again.

3. Pour the teapot into the teacup and add some honey or brown sugar to taste.

Drinking skills

water temperature

The water temperature of catechu should be controlled at about 80℃. Too high water temperature will destroy the nutrients and aroma of tea.

Brewing time

The brewing time of catechu depends on personal taste, generally about 3-5 minutes.

special flavour

Catechu tastes bitter, so you can add some honey or brown sugar to taste it, or you can add other seasonings according to your personal preference.

final result

Catechu is a unique traditional tea in Yunnan, which has many health functions and cultural connotations. It is necessary to select high-quality wild tea and natural ingredients, master the water temperature and brewing time, and adjust the seasoning according to personal taste. Drinking prickly tea can not only enjoy delicious food, but also appreciate the unique charm of minority culture.