Tea oil making: Ancient method of grinding tea seeds with wood water mill

Описание: This video documents the entire process of artisans grinding tea seeds with a traditional wood water mill. As a core pre-process for making conventional tea oil, this step directly determines both the oil yield of tea seeds and the quality of the final tea oil product.

Technical Principles

This craft harnesses water power to drive the rotation of the wood mill. Through the extrusion between the millstones and the mill trough, pre-treated tea seeds are ground into fine powder. The core concept lies in replacing manual labor with hydropower, preserving the natural nutrients of tea seeds, laying a solid foundation for the subsequent oil pressing process, and embodying the wisdom of traditional craftsmanship in harmony with nature.

Equipment Operation and Implementation Process

1.Tea Seed Pre-treatment: Screen to remove impurities and inferior tea seeds, then air-dry them to an optimal moisture level.
2.Equipment Commissioning: Inspect the transmission structure of the wood water mill and the fit of the millstones, dredge the water channels, and ensure stable hydropower-driven operation.
3.Tea Seed Grinding: Pour the tea seeds into the mill trough and channel water to drive the millstones to roll and grind the seeds.
4.Initial Screening of Residues: Use a bamboo sieve to separate under-ground particles, and collect the qualified tea seed powder for later use.

Core Functions

The core function is to convert tea seeds into raw materials for oil extraction while retaining their natural nutrients.

Key Process Points

1.Pre-treatment Control: Strictly control the screening purity and drying moisture to avoid compromising product quality and processing efficiency.
2.Grinding Control: Maintain a stable water flow speed to ensure uniform grinding, preventing adverse effects on oil yield or equipment clogging.
3.Safety Specifications: Follow the operating procedures, inspect the stability of equipment, and take protective measures to guard against potential safety hazards.

This video demonstrates the value and complete workflow of the traditional wood water mill tea seed grinding craft, enabling audiences to appreciate the rigor of traditional handicrafts and the dedication of artisans, and understand its significance in inheriting farming culture and ensuring the quality of natural agricultural products.