For many beginners, brewing a high-quality cup of Black Tea isn't an easy task. Many Tea enthusiasts often end up with a bitter and astringent taste when brewing black tea. How can we avoid these pitfalls? Today, TeaDan will teach fellow tea lovers how to brew a delicious cup of black tea.

Black Tea Brewing Techniques, Savoring Rich Aroma and Flavor

Black tea is a popular tea variety, known for its rich aroma and flavor. However, there are many techniques involved in brewing black tea, and if not followed carefully, they can affect the taste of the tea. Here are some black tea brewing tips:

Step 1: Prepare your teaware and tea leaves

Step 2: Place hot water in the Teapot and let it cool to around 90°C (194°F)

Step 3: Add the tea leaves to the teapot, using approximately 2 grams of tea per 100 milliliters of water

Step 4: The brewing time should be controlled between 2-3 minutes

Step 5: After the first infusion, you can re-infuse the tea 2-3 more times, gradually increasing the brewing time each time. The color of the tea will deepen, but the flavor remains rich.

Tip 1: Control the water temperature and brewing time; do not use excessively hot water or over-brew the tea, as this can make the tea bitter.

Tip 2: When brewing black tea, rinse the tea leaves with boiling water first. This removes dust and impurities, keeping the tea clean.

Tip 3: The flavor of black tea will fade over time, so it's best to drink it promptly to maintain its rich aroma and flavor.

By mastering the above practical tips for brewing black tea, even beginners can easily produce a clear, sweet, and delicious cup of tea. Besides the method of brewing black tea, we often see new tea enthusiasts asking how to choose black tea, unsure of what makes a good-tasting one. This requires time to experiment, as everyone's palate is different.