In daily tea brewing, we often have high requirements for teaware, such as teapots and cups, but frequently overlook the method of taking tea leaves. In fact, improper handling can surprisingly cause significant damage to the quality of tea leaves. Below, Daodaojun will discuss this topic in detail with you.

Tea is most afraid of moisture or odors. Our hands come into contact with many surfaces daily, inevitably carrying some bacteria and microbes, and they are also prone to sweat or moisture. Serving a cup of fragrant tea at home for guests is both refreshing and elegant. But when brewing tea, what tool do you use to take the tea leaves? A spoon, tweezers, specialized tea tools, or directly with your hands?

If you use your hands directly to take tea leaves, then you must be careful. Using bare hands to take tea leaves alters the dry environment of the tea and may contaminate it with bacteria or microorganisms, while the moist environment provides a breeding ground for them. In such conditions, the tea's delicate fragrance will gradually fade, and the tea leaves may deteriorate more quickly. This could simply waste the tea leaves, causing them to spoil faster.

In tea ceremony practice, it is customary to use a dedicated tea scoop to take tea leaves—whether made of stainless steel, wood, or bamboo. However, the used tea scoop must be stored in a dry environment, such as a cabinet for utensils. If possible, it is best to keep the tea scoop in a sterilizer. Alternatively, tea leaves can be poured directly into the cup, with the amount adjusted according to personal preference. It is important to note that if too many tea leaves are poured out, they should never be returned to the tea bag or container, as these leaves may have come into contact with water or other impurities in the cup, becoming damp, which will also accelerate the deterioration of the tea.

Besides the method of taking tea leaves affecting their shelf life, the storage of tea is also crucial. It is best to store tea leaves in tin cans, porcelain jars, or colored glass bottles; iron or wooden boxes are also acceptable. The containers for tea should be dry and clean, and after filling with tea, they should be placed in a dry, well-ventilated area.

Dear friends, for the sake of our family and friends enjoying more aromatic tea, from now on, why not change the way you take tea leaves? Let's keep the tea cleaner and healthier!