How to brew Loose Leaf Tea– Step-by-Step Guide

 

Step1-Heat the Water

the Best Water Temperature for Loose Leaf Tea:

Tea Type	Water Temperature
Green tea	75–85°C（167–185°F）
Black tea	90–100°C（194–212°F）
Oolong tea	85–100°C（185–212°F）
White tea	80–90°C（176–194°F）
Pu-erh tea	95–100°C（203–212°F）
Herbal tea	90–100°C（194–212°F）

Step 2 – Measure and Add Tea Leaves

Measure and add loose leaf tea into a teapot or covered bowl（gaiwan）. The amount of tea varies depending on the type of tea and personal taste.

Step 3 – Add Hot Water

Pour the boiled hot water into the tea leaves in the teapot or covered bowl（gaiwan）.

Step 4 – Steep the Tea

How to Steep Loose Tea Properly-Steeping time for different types of tea：

Tea Type	Covered bowl(Gaiwan)	Yixing Teapot
Green tea	10–30 seconds	20–40 seconds
Black tea	10–30 seconds	20–40 seconds
Oolong tea	15–30 seconds	20–40 seconds
White Tea	20–40 seconds	30–60 seconds
Pu-erh tea	10–20 seconds	15–30 seconds
Herbal tea	30–60 seconds	1-2minutes

Note:Covered bowl(Gaiwan) highlights aroma; Yixing enhances body and roundness.

Step 5 – Strain and Serve

If you used an infuser, simply remove it. If the leaves are loose in your teapot, pour through a strainer. Sip and enjoy!

Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health – 《Tea and Health》states：For most adults, drinking 3–5 cups of tea per day is considered moderate and safe, providing beneficial antioxidants without excessive caffeine.

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