How To Brew

One of the best ways to prepare fresh tea is to use dried tea leaves and steep them in hot water. There are several factors to consider when preparing green tea including the type of water, water temperature, steeping time, and the amount of tea leaves. used. Changing any of these factors will result in a change of flavor and aroma for the tea. The temperature of the water is so important for brewing an excellent quality cup of tea. It has a direct effect quality cup of tea. It has a direct effect on the aroma of the tea as well as its flavor. Different components of tea dissolve at different temperatures. Temperatures above 175°F (80°C) will draw out the catechins, the astringent component of tea, while the flavor components can be drawn out at lower temperatures around 122°F (20°C)

GREEN TEA

Plant Used: Camellia Sinensis

Country of Origin: China

Category: Green

Water Temperature: 160° to 180°F (71° to 82°C)

Infusion Time: 2-3 Minutes

This tea can be brewed using about 1 teaspoon per 5 ounce cup. The consumption of green tea has been linked to many significant health benefits. 

 

BLACK TEA

Plant Used: Camellia sinensisubsp. sinensis, subsp. assamica

Country of Origin: China

Category: Black

Water Temperature: 212°F (100°C)

Infusion Time: 4-6 Minutes

Typically stronger in flavor than other teas and it has the ability to retain its flavor for several years. Black tea is more highly oxidized than green, white, and oolong tea and it has a stronger flavor.

 

WHITE TEA

Plant Used: Camellia sinensis

Country of Origin: China

Category: White

Water Temperature: 150° to 160°F (65°-71°C)

Infusion Time: 2 minutes 

When brewed, white tea is not actually white or colorless, it is more of a pale yellow. It shares many of the same benefits as green and black tea because it is made from the same plant. It has a higher antioxidant content than either of the other two, however.