Nyoro~n on Nostr: Step 3: Wash your tea leaves to wake it up! (醒茶) oftentimes people think washing ...

Step 3: Wash your tea leaves to wake it up! (醒茶) oftentimes people think washing refers to cleaning but this is an important step in the brewing process. The tea leaves need a chance to breathe after being dried out for so long. I normally just swirl a little hot water around and use the water to hear up my cup. Give your tea leaves some time to yawn, but don't let it cool down!