• We recommend steeping tea leaves in a  kettle rather than adding tea leaves to water while it boils in a pan.

• For steeping time, follow these general guidelines:

  • Green tea: 4–5 minutes

  • White tea: 3–4 minutes

  • Oolong tea: 3–5 minutes

  • Black tea: 3–5 minutes

  • Herbal tea: 5–7 minutes

• Over steeping can lead to bitterness, especially for green or black teas.

• While steeping in a kettle, cover it with a tea-cozy.

• Use a sand-timer or your smart watch to time the steeping process

• Sweeteners: Though green teas & herbal tisanes taste good as is,  you may add sugar, honey, or a natural sweetener if so desired. Black teas may require an addition of sugar or sweetener. 

• Milk: Popular for black teas like chai or English breakfast; add after brewing to avoid curdling. Do not add milk to green teas and herbal tisanes.

• Lemon: Complements black, green and herbal teas.

• Use your favorite teacup or mug to enhance the tea-drinking experience.

• For full-bodied teas, strain the leaves or use a fine-mesh infuser.

• Refer our suggested best-food pairings for each tea we offer, seen on each product page, to further enhance your tea drinking experience.

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• Re-Steep High-Quality Teas: Many loose-leaf teas, such as oolong or green tea, can be re-steeped multiple times. Slightly increase steeping time for each infusion.

• Keep a Timer Handy: To ensure you don’t oversteep, use a sand-timer, other timer or smartphone.

• Experiment with Tea Varieties: Try new types of tea, from classic Earl Grey to dessert teas or wellness blends.