Tea Basics
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Tea Basics
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.
August 17, 2026
Tea Basics
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.
August 3, 2026
Tea Basics
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.
July 20, 2026
Tea Basics
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.
July 6, 2026
Tea Basics
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