Tea Brewing Basics
Every tea in the world comes from the same plant. What separates a green from a black is processing, and what separates a good cup from a bitter one is usually about fifteen degrees.
Guides
Guides to brewing tea properly at home - what the six types of tea actually are, the four variables that decide how a cup tastes, and how to get consistent results without special equipment.
Latest articles
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The Six Types of Tea, and What Actually Separates Them
Green, white, yellow, oolong, black, and dark tea all come from one plant. The difference is oxidation, and understanding it explains why each one is brewed differently.
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The Four Variables That Decide How Your Cup Tastes
Leaf quantity, water temperature, steeping time, and the water itself. Nearly every problem with a cup of tea is one of these four, and each has a specific fix.
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Buying Leaf, Storing It, and the Equipment Worth Owning
Most tea in a home cupboard is stale, and most tea equipment is unnecessary. What matters is freshness, an airtight tin, and something that gives the leaf room to move.