How to make tea

Thereโ€™s nothing quite like the simple pleasure of a well-made cup of tea. Learn a few basics and make every sip a success.

Making a cup of tea shouldnโ€™t be rocket science, but there are a few things you can do to guarantee a perfect cup of tea every time.

How to make tea

Serves 1+ people Youโ€™ll need
  • Loose leaf tea or teabag of choice
  • Fresh water
  • Cup or teapot
  • Infuser (for loose leaf)
  • Loose Leaf
  • Tea Bag
  • 1

    Boil the kettle. Warm your cup or pot first by adding a splash of boiling water. Swill and discard.

  • 2

    Place the loose leaf tea in your infuser. The general rule is 1 teaspoon of tea per 250 ml/8.4 fl oz.

  • 3

    Place the infuser in your cup or pot and brew for the recommended time.

  • 4

    Remove the infuser. Add milk and sweetener if using. Sip mindfully and enjoy!

  • 1

    Boil the kettle. Warm your cup or pot first by adding a splash of boiling water. Swill and discard.

  • 2

    Place the teabag in the cup.

  • 3

    Brew for the recommended time based on tea type.

  • 4

    Remove the teabag. Add milk and sweetener if using.

Brewing Guide

Whatever your sip, this handy guide will help you steep for just the right amount of time.

Tea typeTemperatureTime
Black tea100ยฐC/212ยฐF2-4 minutes
Green tea80ยฐC/176ยฐF1-3 minutes
Oolong tea80-90ยฐC/176-194ยฐF3-6 minutes
White tea80ยฐC/176ยฐF3-7 minutes
Fruit & Herbal Tisanes100ยฐC/212ยฐF3-5 minutes

Tea tips & tricks

Measurements & ratios

1 teaspoon per cup for hot tea, or two teaspoons per cup for iced tea.

To serve

Save milk for black teas; whites, greens and herbals are best served straight up.

Strength

Add an extra teaspoon instead of brewing longer to avoid bitterness.

Temperature

To hit 80ยฐC, mix 20% cold water with 80% boiling water.

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