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Green tea, very popular in China and Japan, has very little oxidation (less than 10%), earning it the name "virgin tea". Its natural oxidation is rapidly halted after plucking, thanks to dry heat firing in China or steaming in Japan. Along with white tea, it is the tea closest to the plucked leaf, retaining its freshness and herbal notes.

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How to prepare green tea

Step 1: Start by heating water to around 80°C.

Step 2: Weigh out the appropriate quantity of tea leaves (around 2g per cup) and place them in a paper-filtered cup or teapot of your choice. Adjust quantities accordingly.

Step 3: Pour the hot water over the tea leaves and leave to infuse for the time indicated on the packets.

Step 4: As green tea is delicate, be sure to follow the temperature instructions on the packets to avoid burning the leaves and the appearance of a bitter taste.

Step 5: Finally, remove the filter and enjoy!

There are also traditional and specific Chinese and Japanese ways of preparing green tea.

Benefits of green tea

Green tea is rapidly cooked (enzymatic fixation) after plucking, to halt the oxidation process. This treatment preserves the antioxidants and health benefits of green tea, which is now appreciated the world over for its delicate taste and wide range of flavors.

The importance of drinking organic green tea

Grown without pesticides or chemicals, with respect for the environment and good agricultural and social practices. Drinking organic tea preserves your health by reducing your exposure to toxic residues.

What's more, drinking organic tea is a responsible gesture for preserving the health of the producers, the life of the soil, the quality of the water and the environment in general.

History and origin of green tea

Green tea, like all teas, comes from the Camellia Sinensis plant of the Theaceae family. This is the oldest and most widely consumed tea family in Asia. The art of tea-making originated in China, then spread to Japan, India and elsewhere in Asia.

Today, Chinese and Japanese green teas are appreciated for their lightness and refreshing flavours.

1. Tea is stimulating. The beverage helps you concentrate and improves your mental and physical capacities by providing the body with energy in a gentle, diffuse way over time.

2. Tea has antioxidant properties. In other words, it contributes to the proper functioning of numerous organs and helps slow down cellular degradation.

3. Tea helps control weight gain through its contribution to renal elimination functions

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