Tea

Question 1

What plant does tea come from

Answer 1

Camellia sinensis

Question 2

Describe green tea preparation

Answer 2

Leaves are withered and steamed to inactivate enzymes, lastly its pressed and dried

Question 3

Describe oolong tea preparation

Answer 3

Partially oxidized then pan fired at a high temp. Rolled and allowed to dry

Question 4

Black tea preparation

Answer 4

Leaves are withered (exposed to air for 6-18 hours) moisture content is reduced.

Then it’s rolled and macerated

Allows a lot of oxidation (fermentation), leaves are dried and become dark

Question 5

White tea preparation

Answer 5

Minimally processed. Made from buds that are not fully opened

Leaves are withered, steamed, and dried; but not rolled

Question 6

What is chai tea

Answer 6

A blend of black tea with spices and herbs

Question 7

What is general recipe for chai tea

Answer 7

Black tea

Cloves, cinnamon, star anise, and cardamom

Question 8

Green tea taste

Answer 8

More bitter and astringent than black or white tea

Question 9

Oolong tea characteristics

Answer 9

Amber color

Fruity aroma

Question 10

White tea taste

Answer 10

Smooth tasting

Question 11

4 main types of tea

Answer 11

Black

Green

White

Oolong