Better Tea Guide

Every great cup of tea starts with the fundamentals.

Whether you are brewing delicate white tea, bold black tea, fragrant jasmine green tea, or smooth oolong, a few small adjustments can dramatically improve the flavor of your cup. Water temperature, steeping time, ingredient quality, and the amount of tea you use all work together.

This Better Tea Quick Reference Guide brings together recommended temperatures, steeping times, common brewing tips, and simple ideas for creating your own botanical blends.

Use this guide whenever you are preparing loose-leaf tea and need a quick reminder of the basics.

Inside, you will find recommended brewing temperatures, suggested steeping times, tips for avoiding bitterness, guidance for making a stronger cup, and ideas for pairing teas with dried citrus, flowers, herbs, and botanicals.

These recommendations are intended as helpful starting points. Tea is personal, so feel free to adjust the amount of tea, water temperature, and steeping time until you find the cup you enjoy most.

We are continually expanding our Quick Reference Guide collection with new brewing resources, recipes, pairing ideas, and practical tips.