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How to brew tea;

I'll explain the answer to this question to you in a specific way. Because everyone brews tea using their own method. Some do it correctly, some completely wrong, some close to correct, and some even burn the tea completely. But there's one thing that's completely wrong: when tea is brewed, it should be enjoyed immediately. And if an hour has passed since brewing any tea, you shouldn't drink it again. It becomes a threat to your health; it's no longer enjoyable. Tea should be consumed within a maximum of one hour of being brewed.

The first rule is: which tea are you going to brew? Because black tea, green tea, oolong tea, white tea, fruit teas, herbal teas, rooibos tea—in short, every tea has its own brewing technique. Therefore, we will now show you the brewing technique for each tea, starting with black tea.

First and foremost, the quality of the tea you choose is crucial. If the tea leaves a black residue in the teapot after brewing, try to avoid drinking it. The tea you use should be of good quality. You can use a glass teapot, porcelain teapot, copper teapot, cast iron teapot, or, if you have no other option, a stainless steel or aluminum teapot like those we use at home. However, we recommend glass or porcelain.

Never put the tea leaves in the teapot first and then pour boiling water over them. This will burn the tea and you won't get the desired brew.

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We will provide brewing instructions for all our teas based on a recipe for two people. Adjust the amount of water and tea accordingly, multiplying the quantities as needed.

Black tea brewing technique;

Once enough water has boiled in your lower teapot, slowly pour it into the upper teapot. After about 40 seconds, to allow oxygen to escape and after pouring the boiled water into the upper teapot, add one and a half teaspoons of black tea. Then, close the lid tightly and let it steep for 20 minutes. The water in the lower teapot can continue to boil over low heat. After 20 minutes, you can enjoy your tea. This recipe is for two people.

Green tea brewing technique;

Regardless of the type of green tea you use, let your boiled water cool to approximately 80°C for about 2 minutes. Then add 1.5 teaspoons of green tea to the water and cover. Let it steep for about 5 minutes and enjoy its taste and aroma. This recipe is for two people.

For this type of tea, there's no problem if you only make as much tea as you're going to drink. However, if you plan to make a little more, remove the tea leaves after brewing. If you don't, your tea may become bitter. You can also keep your tea warm by placing a candle flame underneath it.

White tea brewing technique;

Regardless of which type of white tea you use, let your boiled water cool to approximately 75°C for about 2 to 2.5 minutes. Then add 2 teaspoons of green tea to the water and cover. Let it steep for about 7 minutes and enjoy its taste and aroma. This recipe is for two people.

For this type of tea, there's no problem if you only make as much tea as you're going to drink. However, if you plan to make a little more, remove the tea leaves after brewing. If you don't, your tea may become bitter. You can also keep your tea warm by placing a candle flame underneath it.

Rooibos tea brewing technique;

If you are brewing rooibos tea, let your boiled water cool down to approximately 85°C (about 2 minutes). Then add 3 teaspoons of rooibos tea to the water and cover. Let it steep for 7-9 minutes and enjoy its taste and aroma. This recipe is for two people.

For this type of tea, there's no problem if you only make as much tea as you're going to drink. However, if you plan to make a little more, remove the tea leaves after brewing. If you don't, your tea may become bitter. You can also keep your tea warm by placing a candle flame underneath it.

Pu-erh tea brewing technique;

If you are brewing pu-erh tea, let your boiled water cool down to approximately 85°C (about 2 minutes). Then add 2.5 teaspoons of pu-erh tea to the water and cover. Let it steep for about 3 or 4 minutes and enjoy its taste and aroma. This recipe is for two people.

For this type of tea, there's no problem if you only make as much tea as you're going to drink. However, if you plan to make a little more, remove the tea leaves after brewing. If you don't, your tea may become bitter. You can also keep your tea warm by placing a candle flame underneath it.

Pu-erh tea brewing technique;

If you are brewing pu-erh tea, let your boiled water cool down to approximately 85°C (about 2 minutes). Then add 2.5 teaspoons of pu-erh tea to the water and cover. Let it steep for about 3 or 4 minutes and enjoy its taste and aroma. This recipe is for two people.

For this type of tea, there's no problem if you only make as much tea as you're going to drink. However, if you plan to make a little more, remove the tea leaves after brewing. If you don't, your tea may become bitter. You can also keep your tea warm by placing a candle flame underneath it.

Brewing techniques for herbal leaf teas;

If you are brewing herbal tea, you can bring your boiling water to a temperature of approximately 95 to 100°C. Then, add a pinch or two of your tea leaves to the water and cover it. Let it steep for about 10 or 15 minutes and enjoy its taste and aroma. This recipe is for two people.

For this type of tea, there's no problem if you only make as much tea as you're going to drink. However, if you plan to make a little more, remove the tea leaves after brewing. If you don't, your tea may become bitter. You can also keep your tea warm by placing a candle flame underneath it.
The brewing technique for fruit teas;

If you're brewing dried fruit tea, don't boil it. Doing so will ruin the flavor and vitamins of the fruit, and you won't enjoy it. You can boil your water to approximately 95-100°C. Then, add one and a half teaspoons of your tea leaves to the water and cover it. Let it steep for about 6 or 8 minutes, then enjoy its taste and aroma. This recipe is for two people.

For this type of tea, there's no problem if you only make as much tea as you're going to drink. However, if you plan to make a little more, remove the tea leaves after brewing. If you don't, your tea may become bitter. You can also keep your tea warm by placing a candle flame underneath it.

TIPS FOR BREWING GOOD TEA

Brewing tea can be as simple as putting tea leaves into hot water, or it can be as formal as a Japanese tea ceremony. The person preparing the tea should know how to get the most out of its flavor and aroma. Using quality tea and a little care will yield good results. It can be said that there is no right or wrong way to brew tea. Don't hesitate to experiment, and let your taste guide you. We recommend noting down the conditions that gave you the best results for your next brewing session.

Here are a few tips for brewing a good cup of tea:

Use fresh, cold, and tasty water.
The better the water used, the better the tea will be. We recommend using filtered or bottled spring water, and make sure the water is neither too hard nor too soft in terms of minerals. Distilled water is also not recommended because it removes minerals, resulting in a bland tea. The freshness of the water is also important because fresh water contains more oxygen, which enhances the taste of the tea. Never use hot tap water, water that has been boiled for a long time, or freshly boiled water, as this will result in a bland, flat tea with a weak aroma.

preheated teapot

It's also important to preheat the teapot or container in which the tea will be brewed. If hot water is poured directly into a cold teapot, the water's temperature will drop suddenly, preventing the tea's aroma and flavor from fully infusing into the water. To preheat the teapot, you can warm it with some boiling water, then pour this water into the cups to warm them as well.

Using the correct amount of tea
For every 6 ounces (approximately 170 ml) of water, 3 grams of tea leaves will suffice. We usually don't measure this on a scale, so we can roughly say one heaping teaspoon of tea. The amount of tea used will vary depending on the type of tea. Generally speaking, for light, loose-leaf teas like oolong tea, one to two teaspoons of tea might be sufficient.

Choose the correct temperature for the water.
Black teas, black oolongs, and herbal teas; the ideal temperature is close to boiling point. Don't boil the water for too long, otherwise the oxygen content will decrease and the taste will be bland.
Green, white, and green oolong teas should not be prepared with boiling water, otherwise the leaves will cook and the taste will be spoiled. For Japanese green teas, temperatures of 75-80°C yield the best results.

Chinese green tea tastes best at 85°C. Generally, the best results are obtained at the lowest temperatures. Without using a thermometer, you can find the ideal temperature as follows: when you see air bubbles at the bottom of your teapot while brewing, remove the water from the heat, or after boiling, let it cool for two or three minutes before brewing.

Optimal brewing times

The brewing time of tea depends on the size of the leaves. Teas with smaller leaves brew faster. For a tea you're unfamiliar with, let it steep for a minute or two and taste it. The taste, not the color, is what matters here. If the taste is good, serve it immediately. Here are a few general recipes:

Japanese green tea: 1-2 minutes
Chinese green teas: -3 minutes
White teas: 2-5 minutes
Green oolong teas: 2-3 minutes
Black oolongs: 3-5 minutes
Black teas: 3-5 minutes
Herbal teas: 5-10 minutes

Storing tea:
All teas have a shelf life. Tea's enemies are: air, light, humidity, and odors from other foods or the surrounding environment. To preserve its freshness as much as possible, tea should be stored in a cool, dry place. The container should be airtight and light-proof. An airtight canning container is ideal. Avoid using glass jars and don't store it near foods with strong odors. We also do not recommend putting tea in the refrigerator or freezer.