The tea is then fired or heated to stop further enzyme action. Oolong teas are semifermented. See the outline of tea manufacture on page 467. The leaves and small twigs are heated over a fire and then allowed to stand for a period of time. The leaves, small twigs, and stems are crushed and used to make a tea like beverage.
Hot water is added.
This was originally from the Amazonian region of Brazil. This preparation is rich in caffeine. The ground seeds are made into a paste that sets up like a brick. A soft drink prepared with this material is similar to cola flavors. The seeds of the plant are also fermented in the manufacture of the flavoring.