All things beautiful: Make a Perfect Cup of Tea Every Time

sábado, 9 de janeiro de 2021

Make a Perfect Cup of Tea Every Time

Warm the pot
Whether using tea bags or leaf, a quick swirl of hot water means the cold doesn't shock the tea.
Use a china teapot
Why, because it is traditional and part of the ritual.
One per person and one for the pot
Still, the golden rule when using a loose-leaf tea.
Freshly boiled water
Boil the water fresh, (not re boiled) for good oxygen levels.
Stir
Stirring the tea leaves or bags helps the tea to infuse.
The Time
3 to 4 minutes is the time needed for optimum infusion.
Milk?
Milk first or last is an age-old question. Originally milk first was to avoid cracking delicate china cups with hot tea but adding milk after is a good way to judge the strength of the tea. However, it is each to their own.

Add 1 cup/200 mL of freshly boiled water to your tea bag (in a mug)
Allow the tea bag to brew for 2 minutes
Remove the tea bag
Add 10 mL of milk
Wait 6 minutes before consumption for the cuppa to reach its optimum temperature of 140 F/60 C

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