Pu Erh, an authentic name for the famous red tea, is produced in Yunnan (China). This tea is like wine it is maturing in fermentation in barrels for years.The barrels are deposited in caves and give it the peculiar earthy flavor of this tea. It is known for:helping to burn fat, eliminate liquids,regulate cholesterol..
Before preparing a Pu Erh Tea please bear in mind that the leaves should be "washed" before really getting brewed. For one litre of tea take 10 to 12 g of leaves and pour about 1/4 litre of hot water, best through a sieve. Then shortly shake off the water from the leaves. Now you are ready to brew the tea in a teapot pouring boiling water. Infuse 3 to 5 minutes. You may brew Pu Erh Tea leaves several times.
