Beginner's Guide To Loose Leaf Tea

December 30, 2018

Did you know that all the teas are in fact made from one plant, Camellia Sinensis? Different processing methods decide which type of tea plucked leaves will become, by altering the chemistry of the leaf.

In this Beginner's Guide to Loose Leaf Tea, we share all the essential information you need to know about different kinds of speciality tea and how to properly brew them. Unlike wine, tea is not a finished beverage, when the production is completed. Brewing is fundamentally essential to be able to enjoy the full flavour of a masterfully crafted, high quality speciality tea. This beginner's guide will help you enjoy better your delicious loose leaf teas by providing useful brewing tips.

01. Why loose leaf tea?

Preparing loose-leaf tea requires a bit more effort than steeping a tea bag, but it's worth, as you can get the best from what tea can offer.

02. Different kinds of tea

03. How to make a perfect cup of tea

What you need is a kettle, a teapot with an infuser, a thermometer, a scale or a tea spoon.

Always use filtered water or bottled spring water with low mineral content - don't be confused with mineral water! High amounts of minerals combine will cover up the subtle nuances of tea flavours.

General Brewing Guideline 3g of tea leaves for 200ml Water (2-3 tea spoon. Adjust the amount of tea leaves depending on the strength you would like)

04. Some loose leaf teas to start with

- Jasmine Silver Needle

- Wild Arbour Joogjak

- Osmanthus Baozhong

- Black Forest

- 10 Years Aged Cooked Puerh Tea

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