Step 1: Choose Your Tea
Select a high-quality Darjeeling leaf tea that suits your taste preferences.
How to steep tea?
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to steep Darjeeling leaf tea.
Step 2: Measure the Tea Leaves
Use one teaspoon of loose-leaf tea or one tea bag for every 8 oz (237 ml) of water. Adjust the amount according to your desired strength of tea.
Step 3: Heat theWater
Heat fresh, filtered water to a temperature between 195°F (90°C) and 205°F (96°C). Darjeeling tea requires lower temperatures to prevent bitterness.
Step 4: Steep the Tea
Pour the hot water over the tea leaves and let it steep for the recommended time:
* First flush (spring harvest): 3-4 minutes
* Second flush (summer harvest): 4-5 minutes
* Autumn harvest: 5-6 minutes
Step 5: Strain & Serve
If using loose-leaf tea, remove the leaves by pouring the tea through a strainer or tea infuser. If using a tea bag, remove the bag. Pour the tea into your cup and enjoy!
Step 5: Strain & Serve
If using loose-leaf tea, remove the leaves by pouring the tea through a strainer or tea infuser. If using a tea bag, remove the bag. Pour the tea into your cup and enjoy!
Tips to steep tea
Steep tea for 3-5 minutes in hot water to achieve the perfect balance of flavor and strength.
Use a tea pot or a tea infuser to prevent the leaves from getting into the cup.
Preheat the tea pot or cup with hot water before steeping the tea.
Avoid over-steeping, as it can lead to bitterness.
