Start your day the robust way with Scottish Breakfast Tea. A powerful blend of teas from Assam, Kenya, Ceylon, China, and Nilgiri, this tea is designed to invigorate and awaken. Perfect for those mornings when you need an extra boost to tackle the day ahead.
Scottish Breakfast
Brewing loose leaf tea is an art that can enhance your tea experience significantly. Here’s a simple guide to get you started:
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Measure Your Tea: Typically, use about 1 teaspoon of tea leaves for every 8 ounces (about 240 ml) of water. This can vary depending on the type of tea and your taste preference, so feel free to adjust.
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Heat Your Water: The ideal water temperature varies by the type of tea. For black and herbal teas, bring water to a full boil (212°F or 100°C). For green and white teas, heat water until just before it boils (170°F-185°F or 76°C-85°C) to avoid bitterness.
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Prep Your Teapot or Cup: If you have a teapot, warming it up before brewing can keep your tea hot longer. Simply swirl a bit of hot water in the teapot, then discard it.
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Steep Your Tea: Add the loose leaves to a tea infuser or directly into the teapot. Pour the hot water over the leaves and let them steep. Here’s a general guideline for steeping times:
- Green tea: 2-3 minutes
- Black tea: 3-5 minutes
- Oolong tea: 4-7 minutes
- White tea: 4-5 minutes
- Herbal tea: 5-10 minutes
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Strain and Serve: If you’ve used an infuser, remove it from the teapot or cup. If the leaves were added directly, pour the tea through a strainer into your cup.
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Enjoy: Savor the aroma and flavor of your freshly brewed loose leaf tea. Feel free to adjust the amount of tea, water temperature, and steeping time to suit your personal taste in future brews.
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