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| Green Tea - Chinese Style |
| Machine prduction | Manual production |
Plucking machines are used in order to produce the largest possible yield with very little manpower.
The top 2-4 leaves and the leaf bud are plucked, together with the plant stalks.
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Productions steps:
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Picking of fresh leaves |
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Withering, as required |
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Roasting for c. 30 seconds at a temperature of around 150°C |
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Rolling, c. 45 min |
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Shaping, as required |
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First drying cycle, lasting about 30 min at a temperature of 110°C-130°C |
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Short cooling phase |
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Second drying cycle, also lasting about 30 min at a temperature of 90°C-110°C |
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Removal of stalks |
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Blending and packaging |
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