Top Bud Green Tea

Top Bud Green Tea is a favorite among tea connoisseurs for its exceptional aroma and rich flavor. While Thai Nguyen green tea is the most widely consumed tea in Vietnam, Top Bud Green Tea is considered the premium selection of this renowned variety.

Discover more about this exquisite tea!

Top Bud Green Tea – the most unique Vietnamese Tea

 Top Bud green tea also known as Trà Nõn Tôm in Vietnamese, is a premium variety of Thai Nguyen tea, widely recognized and highly favored by tea connoisseurs. This tea is made exclusively from the youngest tea buds, carefully handpicked as one bud and one young leaf. The production process is strictly controlled by experienced tea artisans in the renowned Thai Nguyen tea-growing region.

Top Bud green tea features tiny, well-curled tea leaves with a striking dark green-black color. It exudes a distinctive young rice (green sticky rice) aroma, which can be detected even from the dry leaves. When brewed, the tea produces a clear green infusion with a sweet, fragrant scent of young rice. The taste is bold and slightly astringent, with a thick, lingering mouthfeel and a lasting sweet aftertaste.

Flavor Profile of Top Bud Green Tea

Top Bud Green Tea exudes a rich and creamy young rice (green sticky rice) aroma. This natural fragrance is achieved through meticulous heat processing during tea production, without any added flavoring.

Upon the first sip, you’ll immediately notice a subtle sweetness coating your mouth, followed by a deep, full-bodied astringency that is both smooth and well-balanced. The tea offers a nutty and creamy mouthfeel, creating a rich and layered taste experience. As you swallow, a lingering sweetness develops in your throat, leaving a refreshing aftertaste. The bold young rice aroma continues to rise through your nose, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the tea.

How to Brew the Perfect Cup of Top Bud Green Tea

Top Bud Green Tea consists of delicate, tender leaves, so it’s essential to use lower-temperature water to avoid “burning” the leaves. This method enhances the tea’s natural sweetness.

Trà Việt’s Recommended Brewing Guide:

• Water Temperature: 75–80°C (167–176°F)
• Tea Amount: 5g per 200ml of water
• Steeping Time: 20-30 seconds

Step-by-Step Brewing Instructions

Having high-quality tea is just the first step; knowing how to brew it properly ensures the best flavor. Follow these simple steps to enjoy a perfect cup of Top Bud Green Tea at home.

Step 1: Warm the Teapot and Cups

• Pour hot water into the teapot, then into the cups and sharing pitcher (if using) to warm them.
• Discard the water.

Step 2: Wake Up the Tea

• Add the tea leaves to the teapot.
• Pour a small amount of hot water over the leaves and immediately discard it.
• Open the teapot lid and inhale the awakened aroma — it will surprise you!

Step 3: Brew and Enjoy

• Pour hot water into the teapot.
• Steep for 20-30 seconds to extract the best flavor.
• Pour all the brewed tea into a sharing pitcher.
• Serve the tea into cups from the pitcher.
• Now, sit back and enjoy your tea!

Watch Trà Việt’s brewing video for a step-by-step guide on making the perfect cup of Top Bud Green Tea.

Tips for Brewing the Perfect Cup of Top Bud Green Tea

There are three key factors that affect the quality of brewed tea: water temperature, tea quantity, and steeping time. Top Bud Green Tea is particularly sensitive to these factors, and even small adjustments can lead to noticeable differences in flavor.

• Water Temperature: Higher temperatures enhance the tea’s aroma but may result in bitterness. Lower temperatures bring out the tea’s natural sweetness but reduce its fragrance. If the water is too cool, the tea may develop a bland or slightly “raw” taste.
• Tea Quantity: The more tea leaves used, the stronger the brew. However, if not carefully controlled, a higher tea-to-water ratio can lead to excessive bitterness.
• Steeping Time: A longer steeping time can make the tea overly intense, while a shorter steep may result in a weak, under-extracted flavor.

Experiment and find the perfect balance that suits your personal taste!

Why should I choose Vietnamese tea as a gift?

Vietnam is one of the top 5 tea-producing nations in the world. Several types of green tea, black tea, and herbal tea are available in our country.

Vietnamese loose leaf tea boasts lush, floral, delicate aromas and saturated, colorful flavor notes. For thousands of years, the Vietnamese have consumed it to promote wellness.

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