Making a cup of tea shouldn’t be rocket science, but there are a few things you can do to guarantee a perfect cup of tea every time. Read on and discover all the insider knowledge on the different tea types, our tea tips and tricks.
Tea Type
Blacktea | Temp
100°C | Brew Time
2-4 minutes |
| Green tea | 80°C | 1-3 minutes |
| Oolong tea | 80-90°C | 3-6 minutes |
| White tea | 80°C | 3-7 minutes |
| Fruit tisanes | 100°C | 3-5 minutes |
| Herbal &floral tisanes | 100°C | 3-5 minutes |
| Rooibos &honeybush tisanes | 100°C | 3-5 minutes |
Measurements & ratios
The typical ratio is 1 teaspoon per cup for hot tea, or two teaspoons per cup for iced tea. So, a 1 litre teapot will need around 4 teaspoons of tea for a hot brew.
Strength
Like it nice and strong? Instead of brewing for longer, add an extra teaspoon and brew for the recommended time.
To serve
If you’re adding milk to your black tea, brew for the longest recommended time. Remember, save your milk for black teas – most whites, greens and herbals are best served straight up.
Temperature
White, green and oolong teas prefer 80°C/176°F, so just combine 20% cold water with 80% boiling water. Swill a little hot water in your teapot or cup, then discard. This will keep your teawares from cooling your tea too quickly.
Loose leaf vs. tea bags
Both have their perks. We love the ceremony of loose leaf, but will never say no to tea bags when we’re pressed for time. Whichever you go for, make sure you follow the tea’s brewing instructions.
