{"id":243328,"date":"2022-11-18T03:38:56","date_gmt":"2022-11-18T01:38:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=124820"},"modified":"2022-11-18T03:38:56","modified_gmt":"2022-11-18T01:38:56","slug":"tips-from-the-tea-master-on-preparing-the-perfect-cuppa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/tips-from-the-tea-master-on-preparing-the-perfect-cuppa\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips from the Tea Master on preparing the perfect cuppa"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"scaip scaip-1 \">\n<aside id=\"republication_tracker_tool-2\" class=\"republication_tracker_tool clearfix\">\n<h5 class=\"adtitle\">Republish for Free<\/h5>\n<div class=\"license\">\n<p><button name=\"Republish This Story\" id=\"cc-btn\" class=\"republication-tracker-tool-button\">Republish This Story<\/button><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"license\" rel=\"noreferrer license noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-nd\/4.0\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" class=\"lazyload\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/tips-from-the-tea-master-on-preparing-the-perfect-cuppa.png\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Creative Commons License\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/tips-from-the-tea-master-on-preparing-the-perfect-cuppa.png\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"message\">\n<p>Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?attachment_id=124821\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt width=\"200\" height=\"300\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-124821 size-thumbnail lazyload\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/tips-from-the-tea-master-on-preparing-the-perfect-cuppa.jpg\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-124821 size-thumbnail\" src=\"http:\/\/www.myza.co.za\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/tips-from-the-tea-master-on-preparing-the-perfect-cuppa.jpg\" alt width=\"200\" height=\"300\">Tea is one of the most popular beverages worldwide, and every tea drinker has their preferred flavour and specific way of making a cuppa. But when it comes to understanding tea, nobody knows more than the master \u2013 Jonathan Kelsey, Master Tea Blender at Joekels Tea Packers!<\/p>\n<p>With centuries of heritage and time-honoured traditions, tea is a beverage that truly stood the test of time. The simple ritual of tea-making remains as relevant today as ever. Many self-confessed \u2018tea snobs\u2019 believe they\u2019ve discovered the secret to the perfect cup of tea, from when to add the milk to whether to squeeze the bag. However, Kelsey is really one man who is qualified to spill the tea on making the perfect cuppa.<\/p>\n<p>The Master Tea Blender and Co-Director at Joekels Tea Packers, manufacturers of top tea brands like Laager Rooibos and Tetley, has been evaluating and blending teas for over 33 years. He\u2019s also the only Tea Master in the country who has insurance on his tongue and taste buds \u2013 R5 million to be exact!<\/p>\n<p>But what is the Tea Master\u2019s favourite tea? Is there one type of tea that trumps the others?<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAll teas have different flavours and offer different benefits, so it depends on what you\u2019re looking for,\u201d notes Kelsey. \u201cRooibos, for example, is naturally caffeine-free and naturally sweet so it can be enjoyed without milk and sugar. Green tea is more astringent and is very high in antioxidants, while Black tea is ideal for mental alertness and is richer and more aromatic.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI enjoy a strong cup of Laager Rooibos as much as a rich cup of Tetley Black tea with milk and sugar. It all depends on how I feel at the time. I\u2019m also loving The Tetley Masala Chai and Elaichi Chai as a dessert tea with lots of milk and sugar, and the Tetley Green tea variants for a digestive after lunch or dinner.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>According to Kelsey, the two biggest mistakes people make are not brewing the tea for long enough and using re-boiled water.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cTo get the most of the flavour and benefits, tea should always be steeped for at least three minutes, or longer \u2013 depending on how strong you like it. Using re-boiled water makes tea taste flat, which is why tea should always be prepared with freshly-boiled water.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>For those looking to prepare tea like the Master himself, Kelsey has shared some useful tips.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Black tea<\/strong><br \/>\u2013 The key to Black tea is choosing a quality blend. A good quality black tea should have a reddish or golden hue to it once milk is added, while poorer quality teas are generally a flatter, muddy brown colour.<br \/>\u2013 Black tea should be brewed for three to five minutes to enjoy the full flavour.<br \/>\u2013 Black tea can be enjoyed with or without milk and\/or sugar.<br \/>\u2013 Flavoured Black tea varieties like Earl Grey and Chai are best enjoyed with milk and sugar. When it comes to Chai, the milkier the better \u2013 it can even be prepared using boiled milk.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Green tea<\/strong><br \/>\u2013 Green tea has a very delicate flavour, which can become bitter if prepared with boiling water. For optimum flavour, green tea should be prepared with water that hasn\u2019t reached boiling point.<br \/>\u2013 Green tea is best prepared without milk. Milk contains a protein called casein that negates some of the benefits of the natural antioxidants found in Green tea.<br \/>\u2013 Green tea should be brewed for around three minutes. For those who find Green tea too bitter, adding a squeeze of honey or a slice of lemon is a good idea. Alternatively, there are flavoured green teas such as Tetley Green lemon, mint, or apple.<br \/>\u2013 Green tea can inhibit the absorption of iron if consumed with meals. It should rather be drunk at least 15 to 20 minutes before or after a meal.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rooibos<\/strong><br \/>\u2013 Rooibos is actually not a tea in the true sense \u2013 in that it doesn\u2019t come from the tea plant, Camellia sinensis. It is a herbal tincture, much like Chamomile or Honeybush.<br \/>\u2013 Rooibos should be brewed for three to five minutes.<br \/>\u2013 Rooibos can be enjoyed with or without milk or honey. Many enjoy adding honey to their Rooibos, and\/or a slice of fresh lemon.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Fruit infusions<\/strong><br \/>\u2013 Fruit infusions are also not \u2018teas\u2019 in the traditional sense as they don\u2019t contain tea leaves. Instead, they are made from a blend of real herbs, flowers and fruit, which create a flavourful beverage when brewed in boiling water.<br \/>\u2013 Herbal infusions are usually brewed for three to five minutes, but always refer to the packaging for preparation instructions.<br \/>\u2013 Fruit infusions should be consumed without milk. Honey or sugar can be added.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3 useful tips for getting the most out of that cup of tea:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1. Tea is hygroscopic. This means that it will absorb moisture from the air and other flavours if stored with flavoured teas or food items. It should always be stored in an airtight container after opening, away from light and moisture.<\/p>\n<p>2. The shelf life of tea is about 18 to 24 months. Over time, the powerful flavonoids found in tea are reduced. This is another reason why proper storage is important.<\/p>\n<p>3. Don\u2019t use re-boiled water when preparing tea. Rather than wasting water, use cool, boiled water for drinking or watering plants.<\/p>\n<p>Kelsey concludes that these guidelines are just that \u2013 guidelines: \u201cThe best way to drink tea is\u2026 however you like it! That\u2019s one of the great things about tea. We all like it a different way, and no way is the wrong way. Some like it piping hot, others like it with ice and fresh fruit as an iced tea. Some will curse you for adding milk or sugar, and for others, it looks more like milk than tea. I can tell you all about the \u2018proper\u2019 way to make tea, but there\u2019s really no wrong way to drink it \u2013 just enjoy it!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>To find out more about Joekels, its delicious range of teas and some inspiring tea-based recipes, visit www.joekels.co.za.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/mypr.co.za\/contact\/featured\/\">CLICK HERE to submit your press release to MyPR.co.za<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p> <span class=\"post-views-icon dashicons dashicons-chart-bar\"><\/span> <span class=\"post-views-label\">Press Release Views since 1 July 2022:<\/span> <span class=\"post-views-count\">90<\/span> <\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-pagination pagination\">Pages: <span class=\"post-page-numbers current\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Page <\/span>1<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/tips-from-the-tea-master-on-preparing-the-perfect-cuppa\/2\/\" class=\"post-page-numbers\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Page <\/span>2<\/a><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\">Source: MyPR.co.za<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Republish for Free Republish This Story Republish our articles for free, online or in print, under a Creative Commons license. 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