Tea Basics
8 guides
Why Your Tea Tastes Bitter (and How to Fix It)
Water too hot, steeping too long, or too much leaf? Learn the real causes of bitter tea and the exact fixes for each one.
July 4, 2026
Loose-Leaf vs. Tea Bags: What's Actually the Difference
Comparing loose leaf tea and tea bags across leaf grade, flavor, cost per cup, and convenience so you can decide which makes sense for your brewing routine.
June 30, 2026
How to Brew Loose-Leaf Tea: A Complete Beginner's Guide
Learn how to brew loose-leaf tea at home with the right tools, temperatures, ratios, and steep times for any tea type.
June 22, 2026
How to Store Tea So It Stays Fresh
Keep loose-leaf and bagged tea tasting its best with the right containers and conditions. What actually causes tea to go stale, and how to stop it.
June 20, 2026
Does Water Quality Matter for Tea? Minerals, Filtering, and Taste
Water makes up 99% of your cup. Here's how minerals, chlorine, and TDS affect tea flavor and what to do about it.
June 17, 2026
How Long to Steep Tea: Steeping Times by Type
Steep times by tea type, from 1-minute green tea to 5-minute black. Avoid bitterness and get the most from every cup.
June 12, 2026
How Much Tea to Use: Leaf-to-Water Ratios That Work
A practical tea measurement guide: how much loose leaf tea per cup, grams per 240 ml, ratios by tea type, and when to adjust.
June 8, 2026
Water Temperature for Tea: The Right Heat for Every Type
Get the right water temperature for every tea type, from green to black. Includes a full brewing temperature chart in °C and °F.
June 4, 2026