Hot Tea Brewing Guide

Step 1: Measure out the tea leaves and heat the water based on the chart below. Pour the leaves into your tea bag or infuser, and place in a mug or teapot.

Step 2: Allow the tea to steep for the proper amount of time before removing the tea bag or infuser.

Notes:

  • Preheating the cup that will hold your tea will prevent the drink from cooling too quickly.

For 10oz. of fresh water:


 Loose Leaf Tea  Amount Temp Time
White Tea 2 tsp 170-180F 3-5 min
Green Tea 1-2tsp 170-180F 2-3 min
Oolong 1tsp 185-195F 3-5 min
Darjeeling 1tsp 200-212F 2-4 min
Black 1tsp 200-212F 3-5 min
Herbal/Fruit 2tsp 200F 5-7 min
Rooibos Tea 1tsp 200F 5 min