Jasmine tea is green tea scented with jasmine flowers, though the base tea can also use black, white or oolong tea leaves. Its aroma is so strong that the tea leaves absorb its flavor overnight.
Jasmine (Jasminum officinale) is a seasonal bloomer, beginning in late winter and flowering until early autumn. Jasmine prefers full sun or partial shade, with well-drained and moist soil. It is a fairly tolerant and hardy plant. Jasmine is well known for its calming and soothing effects.
High-quality jasmine tea is usually scented using fresh jasmine flowers, while affordable options are flavored with jasmine oils or jasmine extract. The end result produces a clean and fragrant smell, with a sweet flavor.
Aroma is an important component in jasmine and jasmine tea. High-quality jasmine tea
has a refreshing jasmine aroma, and the aroma is pure, concentrated, and long-lasting
The main volatile compounds in jasmine were α-farnesene, (Z)-3-hexenyl benzoate, linalool, benzyl alcohol, benzyl acetate, methyl anthranilate, and indole.
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