How to steep green tea
Green tea is light and delicate. Boiling water scorches the leaves and makes the cup bitter, so the one thing to get right is letting the kettle cool.
What you need
- Kettle
- Loose leaf green 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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Cool the water
Boil the water, then let the kettle rest until it cools to 175 to 185°F, about 3 minutes.
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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
Steep 3 minutes for a lighter cup, up to 5 for a bolder one.
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Strain and enjoy
Take out the leaves and enjoy.
Tips
- Boiling water makes green tea bitter. Let it cool.
- Many green teas steep 2 or 3 times.
- Store tea airtight, away from light and heat.
