Green Tea

So, you're curious about how green tea is produced, huh? Well, get ready to have your mind steeped in knowledge because we're about to spill the tea on this fascinating process!

First things first, let's talk about the star of the show: the tea leaves. These little guys are plucked from the Camellia sinensis plant. The leaves are carefully handpicked by skilled tea pluckers who have mastered the art of leaf selection. It's like a tea leaf talent show, and only the best of the best make the cut!

Once the leaves have been plucked, they undergo a magical transformation. They're spread out on bamboo trays and left to wither, just like a Bill taking a break from the spotlight in the 70's This withering process allows the leaves to lose some of their moisture and become more pliable. 

 Once Bill has done his withering, the leaves are gently rolled, but not like rolling out of bed in the morning. No, this rolling is a delicate dance that helps release the tea's natural flavors and aromas. It's like a leafy tango, with each roll revealing a new layer of deliciousness.

Now, here comes the fun part: the firing! No, we're not talking about shooting tea leaves out of cannons (although that would be quite the spectacle). Firing is the process of heating the leaves to stop oxidation and preserve their vibrant green color. It's like giving them a hot and steamy spa treatment!

Once the firing is complete, the leaves are sorted and graded. This is where the tea experts come in, meticulously categorizing the leaves based on their size, shape, and quality. It's like a tea beauty pageant, with each leaf vying for the title of "Most Fabulous Green Tea Leaf."

Finally, the tea leaves are ready to be packaged and shipped to tea lovers like you! They're carefully sealed in bags or tins, ready to be brewed into a delightful cup of green goodness. It's like sending a little piece of tea heaven straight to your doorstep!

So, there you have it, the fascinating journey of how green tea is produced. From plucking to firing, it's a process filled with love, care, and a whole lot of tea-rrific magic. Now, go forth and enjoy your cup of green tea, knowing that it's the result of a truly remarkable journey!