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Tea infusion times
The ideal infusion time for each tea variety
From invigorating black tea to mild green tea or aromatic fruit tea: knowing how long you should leave tea to infuse is essential to enjoy its full flavour. As well as the tea variety, the quality, origin and processing also influence the required brewing times. As a general rule, always follow the producer’s instructions when preparing tea.
A tea clock can be a useful accessory to measure the precise infusion time. To avoid any lingering aromas inside the teapot which may eventually impair the flavour, a glass or porcelain teapot is recommended. These materials are easy to clean and ensure authentic tea flavour.
Tip
If you are using teabags, wait until the tea has finished brewing and the bag has been removed before adding sugar. Otherwise, the sugar may be absorbed by the teabag.
Focus on brewing time and taste
The world of tea is wonderful, diverse and complex. Simple rules can be a useful guide. But there are a few myths about brewing times for tea that can be quickly dispelled.
”The longer the brewing time, the stronger the tea”
The amount of caffeine tea contains does not depend on the infusion time, but on the variety of tea. The stronger caffeine effect is achieved with short brewing periods. A longer infusion time will release more tannins. These bind to the caffeine and ensure slow absorption in the body. The assumption that a longer brewing time gives tea a strong effect is therefore incorrect.
”The longer the brewing time, the more bitter the tea”
The longer a tea brews, the more contents are released from the tea leaf. This also applies for the tannins contained in the tea plant. Depending on the amount of tannins a tea contains, it should therefore not be left to infuse for too long. This rule does not generally apply to drinks similar to tea, such as mate, fruit tea or herbal tea, as the plant components used contain fewer bitter substances.
Overview of tea varieties and brewing times
◦ Black tea → 2 - 5 minutes
◦ Green tea → 2 minutes
◦ Oolong tea → 1 - 2 minutes
◦ Mate tea → 5 - 10 minutes
◦ Fruit tea → 6 - 10 minutes
◦ Herbal tea → 5 - 10 minutes