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7/18/2019 Green Tea Taste Test - Which One's the Best_ - NDTVCooks
Most of us can't get through our day without those milky blends of tea but there's a new kid in town bursting with
flavours - green tea. This delicate, clear brew is creating a storm in a teacup owing to its superpowers but not
everyone has jumped on the bandwagon yet. When asked, most people say they don't like the flavour of this tea
but most times it's because they're buying inferior green teas and are probably brewing them incorrectly!
What is green tea?
Popular in Japan and China, green tea is slowing gaining popularity in the rest of the world because of its health
benefits. Unlike other teas, green tea is quickly preserved and heated to prevent oxidation. Oxidation is the same
natural process that turns the colour of an apple after you slice it, as it's exposed to oxygen. It is due to thisdifference in processing that green tea retains the maximum antioxidants and polyphenols that are responsible for
its many health benefits.
It is significant to note that most green tea brands do not mention that the tea has caffeine. This may have a
reverse effect on people who unknowingly drink green tea at night to sleep better or for a calming escapade.
Green tea benefits - why is it good for you?
The list of green tea benefits runs long - it helps in weight loss, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, reduces bad
cholesterol, blood pressure, throat infections, boosts memory and also helps if you're trying to quit smoking! To
top it all off, green tea also helps prevent signs of ageing and wrinkles.
How to brew the perfect green tea?
The temperature of the water plays a crucial role in making the perfect cup of tea. If the water is too hot, the tea
will be bitter and lose its aroma. It's best to use water that's at a temperature of 75 - 80 degree Celsius. If using
tea bags, it should be brewed for 2-3 minutes. For tea leaves it takes longer - about 3-4 minutes.
Selection Procedure
We chose six popular Indian brands and compared the most common flavors amongst them. We made sure these
brands are readily available nationwide.
Brands
Tetley, Organic India, Eco Valley, GAIA, Taj Mahal (Brooke Bond) and Mittal's.
Methodology
Specific flavors were compared amongst different brands. Water was heated at a temperature of about 75 - 80
degree Celsius. Tea bags were brewed for 2-3 minutes. We gave the brands an overall score on the basis of these
parameters -
Flavour Was the taste earthy and smooth or was it overpowering?
Bitterness
Did the tea have a natural astringent quality or a bitter aftertaste?
The flavor was unexciting and boring and did not lure us towards a second sip.
Tetley: Lemon, Ginger & MintScore: 4/10
To our surprise this one tasted and smelled exactly like spearmint gum. The flavour was dull but it is definitely
one of their better ones.
Eco Valley: Sunny LemonScore: 7/10
With summer around the corner, this one is a refreshing pick. It won us over with its bright citrus flavor, just as
the name suggests. The tea bags seeped in time to a sunny hue. The pleasant aroma was inviting and added to its
taste. Overall an enjoyable experience.
Taj Mahal: Lemon HoneyScore: 3/10
The initial whiff of honey made our hopes rise but disappointment was close. The flavor was almost bland with a
weird aftertaste.
Organic India: Lemon Ginger
Score: 8/10
Firstly, this pack must be credited for its labeling. It was one of the few brands to mention that the tea contains
caffeine. We loved the earthiness of the well balanced flavours - you can feel the goodness of lemon and tulsi inevery sip. Also underlined with the zing of ginger, one can almost imagine a knob of ginger floating in it. A cozy
A repeated concern for this brand is that most of their teas tasted average, lacking character. Unfortunately, this
one too had a weak flavor and had nothing memorable to offer.
Mittal's: Mint
Score: 9/10
This brew made us 'ooh' and 'aah' and has been placed comfortably at the top of the list. It had a crisp minty
flavor that was subtle and not overpowering at all. A very mature tea with a full bodied flavor. Like how a
whiskey connoisseur would tell you - this one is a smooth blend. It also had a beautiful aroma, the kind thatmakes you put your cup to your nose more than to your lips.
Eco Valley: Mint & Dandelion
Score: 5/10
We have to confess after their robust lemon flavor, we were really looking forward to this one but it failed to
dazzle us. Unlike the former, this one was just drinkable not enjoyable.
Flavour 4 - Jasmine Green Tea
Organic India: Tulsi Jasmine TeaScore: 8/10
This tea greeted us with a dark woody hue and the sharp aroma of tulsi. It was calming cup of tea with a great
blend of both the flavors.
Mittal's: Jasmine TeaScore: 9/10
While the above flavor was more in your face, Mittal's was genteel and delicate. We never knew tea could smell
so good. The aroma was so enticing that it could be a perfume! The taste was bold, fragrant and flowery. It
instantly became one of our favorites from the very first sip.