This Is The Simplest Method To Produce The Greatest Cup Of Tea

Everyone knows that there are all kinds of tea on the market

. What you may not know is that you need to use specific brewing techniques for each type. If you don't use the right technique with the right type, you may end up brewing yourself a cup of BLEH instead of a cup of AAAAH!

Black tea is the standard coffee-alternative you find in the United States. It's bold, rich, and astringent. You can find flavored black-teas, such as Earl Grey, or go for the more traditional English or Irish Breakfast. These are usually caffeinated (about half the caffeine of coffee), but you can find non-caffeine options.

To brew black kinds, use water that is boiling (212 degrees F or 100 degrees C). For the richest flavor, let it steep for 4 to 6 minutes. For a milder flavor, steep for two to three minutes. If you use loose leaf, you will see individual leaves uncurl. For bagged sorts, be patient, don't stir, and wait until your brew is uniform in color.

Green teas are delicious, and have half the caffeine of black. From Gunpowder (a smoky, bold flavor) to the wide range of jasmines (light, flowery flavors), green-tea is definitely for the person with the discerning palate, and a lot of tea-tasting time on their hands.

Green-tea is easily ruined by brewing in water that is too hot. Water should not be more than 160 degrees Fahrenheit in order to preserve the vibrant green color and subtle flavor. Brew no more than three or four minutes, then use the leaves to brew up another pot!

White tea is just recently becoming popular. It has an even more delicate flavor than green, and has almost no caffeine in it. It should be steeped in water just slightly below boiling for between four and six minutes.

Herbal teas come in all kinds of flavors. Not content to just be a tasty beverage, many claim to have health benefits. Chamomile is good for relieving stress, mint for calming the stomach, and lemon or orange for a quick caffeine-free pick-me-up. You should always brew an herbal tea according to the directions that come with it, but in general these should be brewed longer and a lower temperature.

Tea is a wonderful way to relax and enjoy something that is good for you. Brewing it yourself takes time and a little practice, but it is a great way to connect with a slower and simpler era.

by: Eddie Lamb.

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