How to Brew Tea

How to Brew the Perfect Cup of Tea

Brewing tea is an art as much as it is a science. The right method can transform a simple cup into a rich, aromatic experience that celebrates the character of each leaf. Here’s our complete guide to making the perfect cup, whether you’re enjoying it hot, iced, or with your own personal twist.

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The Three Key Elements: Type, Temperature, Time

We call these the Three Ts — master them, and you’ll master tea brewing.

Type

Different teas require different handling:

Green tea – Delicate leaves, lower temperatures, shorter steeps.
Black tea – Robust, higher temperatures, longer steeps.
Herbal infusions – No tea leaves (Camellia sinensis) at all, so they can steep longer without bitterness.

Temperature

Too hot, and you can scorch the leaves. Too cool, and the flavour won’t fully develop. If you don’t have a thermometer, watch the bubbles:

Gentle steam & tiny bubbles = ~70–80°C (green & white teas)
Steady stream of bubbles = ~85–90°C (oolong)
Rolling boil = 95–100°C (black & herbal teas)

Time

Steep too briefly, and your tea will be weak. Steep too long, and it can turn bitter.
Always taste at the minimum recommended time, then adjust to your preference.

Tea Type	Water Temp	Steeping Time
White Tea	70–85°C	2–5 minutes
Green Tea	70–80°C	1–3 minutes
Oolong Tea	85–95°C	2–6 minutes
Black Tea	95–100°C	3–5 minutes
Herbal Infusion	95–100°C	5–7 minutes

Tip: Our teas are carefully selected from Sri Lanka’s best estates. Check the label for exact brewing instructions, as different harvests and blends may vary slightly.

Choosing Your Brewing Vessel

Your equipment shapes the taste as much as your tea leaves.

Teapot with infuser

Classic choice for multiple cups.

Traditional tea bags

Convenient, but choose high-quality, whole-leaf options for the best flavour.

French press

Works well for large-leaf teas, but dedicate one to tea only (coffee flavours linger).

Brewing Loose Leaf Tea

Loose leaf offers the purest expression of the tea grower’s craft.

Measuring

2g of tea per 200ml of water (about 1 teaspoon per cup).

Give the leaves room to expand

use an infuser, strainer, or teapot.

Brewing Bagged Tea

We offer both pyramid tea bags and paper tea bags:

Pyramid bags

Roomy and filled with whole leaves for a loose-leaf-like experience.

Paper bags

Fine-cut leaves for a stronger, bolder brew.

How to Make Iced Tea

Sri Lankan tea makes an exceptional iced tea — naturally bright, full-bodied, and refreshing.

Method 1: Cold Brew

Add 2g tea per 200ml cold water.

Refrigerate for 6–12 hours.

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Method 2: Brew & Chill

Brew hot tea at double strength.

Pour over ice to cool quickly without diluting.

Serving & Enjoying

Traditionally, Sri Lankan teas are enjoyed pure to appreciate their natural flavour. But tea culture is wonderfully diverse:

With milk

Smooths bold black teas.

With lemon

Brightens the cup, especially with iced tea.

With sugar or honey

Enhances sweetness without overpowering the tea.

Final Tip

Tea brewing is personal. Use these guidelines as a starting point, then adjust to suit your taste. With every cup, you’ll get closer to your perfect brew — and with our Sri Lankan teas, you’ll always start with the finest leaves.