Tea brewing is a science and art! Different water, temperature, steeping time, and materials of pots and cups, can affect the taste of the end results. There is no right or worng way to brewing. You are the only one who can judge the "perfect" cup of tea!
The following general temperature guideline is to brew a cup of tea -- one teaspoon (about 2 gm) of tea (two teaspoons for white tea) for a cup. It serves as a start point for you to explore more methods to brew the tea that meets your unique taste.
Type of Tea |
Water Temperature |
Steeping Time |
Most Black Tea | 100°C / 212°F | 3-5 minutes |
Green Tea | 80°C / 212°F | 2-3 minutes |
White Tea | 80°C / 212°F | 2-3 minutes |
Fruit Infusion & Herbal Tea | 100°C / 212°F | 3-5 minutes |