Black Tea has always been the favorite among new and seasoned tea enthusiasts due to its sweet taste, lack of bitterness or astringency, and high level of sweetness that is easy to enjoy. Here's how to brew Black Tea to achieve that deliciously sweet flavor.
Methods for brewing Black Tea:
1. Boiling Water Brewing!
Brewing black tea with boiling water results in a highly fragrant Cup with a rich, bold broth and an enhanced aftertaste.
Use 6 grams of tea as a standard measure, pour water along the edge without directly hitting the leaves, and then quickly infuse and decant the tea.
The first five infusions should be quick, and then you can adjust the Steeping time based on your taste preferences.
High-quality black tea stands up well to boiling water.
2. Brewing with 90°C Water!
Brewing with slightly cooled boiling water produces a black tea with a delicate and smooth texture, akin to rice porridge, that isn't as intensely fragrant but gently spreads its aroma in your mouth, leaving a lasting fragrance and increasing the sweetness.
Use 6 grams of tea as a standard measure, pour water along the edge without directly hitting the leaves, and then quickly infuse and decant the tea.
The first five infusions should be quick, and then you can adjust the steeping time based on your taste preferences. At this point, you can use boiling water again, which won't affect the taste and will increase the number of infusions possible.
The methods for brewing tea are quite simple. Sometimes, a small difference in technique can result in different flavors from the same infusion.
Do you prefer the intense fragrance or the rich broth? Adjust your brewing habits to create a cup of tea that suits your taste. After all, what matters most is that it pleases your palate.