How to steep black tea
Black tea is robust and forgiving. Give it boiling water and the full steep and it pays you back with a bold, full-bodied cup, straight or with milk.
Making a pot? The brew lab works out the leaf for any amount of water.
What you need
- Kettle
- Loose leaf black tea
- Infuser or teapot with a strainer
- Teaspoon
- Mug
Making more or less? Work out your amounts in the brew lab.
Steps
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Boil the water
Bring fresh water to a full boil.
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Measure the leaf
Add 2 teaspoons of loose leaf per 12 oz of water to an infuser or teapot.
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Steep
Pour the water over the leaves and steep 3 to 5 minutes. We go the full 5.
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Strain and enjoy
Take out the leaves and enjoy it as is, or with milk and sugar.
Tips
- Warm the mug with hot water first.
- Many black teas steep a second time. Add a minute.
- Store tea airtight, away from light, heat and strong smells.
