How To Brew Loose Leaf Tea: A Simple Guide

There’s something sacred about brewing loose leaf tea — the way the leaves unfurl, the aroma rises, the ritual invites you to slow down. Let me guide you on what I believe is the best wat to brew loose leaf tea.

If you’ve only ever used tea bags, brewing loose leaf might seem a little mysterious at first. But don’t worry, it’s simple, soulful, and once you try it, you may never go back.

In this guide, I’ll walk you through exactly how to brew loose leaf tea so you can create a mindful, delicious experience every time.

Why Choose Loose Leaf Tea?

Loose leaf tea is often:

• Higher quality (larger, whole leaves, not dust or fannings)
• Fuller in flavour (more depth and subtlety)
• Better for rituals (connecting you to the natural source)

When you brew loose leaf, you’re not just making a drink, you’re creating a moment of calm and care.

What You’ll Need

• Loose leaf tea (choose your favourite blend: green, black, oolong, herbal)
• Teapot, infuser, or strainer
• Fresh water (filtered if possible)
• Kettle (electric or stovetop)
• Cup or mug that feels good in your hands
  
  Optional: Tea scoop or small spoon

Step-by-step guide showing how to brew loose leaf tea

Step-by-Step on How to Brew Loose Leaf Tea

1. Heat Your Water

Different teas need different temperatures:

• Green Tea: 70–80°C (not boiling)
• Black Tea: 90–100°C (just boiled)
• Herbal Teas: 90–100°C

(Tip: If you don’t have a thermometer, let boiled water sit for 1–2 minutes before pouring for green teas.)

2. Measure Your Tea

A general guide:

• 1 teaspoon of loose leaf tea per cup (250ml) of water.

Adjust based on your taste — more leaves for stronger brews, fewer for lighter ones.

3. Steep with Care

Place the tea into your infuser, strainer, or teapot.
Pour the hot water over the leaves.
Let the tea steep for the right amount of time:

• Green Tea: 2–3 minutes
• Black Tea: 3–5 minutes
• Herbal Teas: 5–7 minutes

(Over-steeping can make your tea bitter, especially with green and black teas.)

4. Savour and Enjoy

Remove the leaves to avoid over-brewing.
Pour the tea into your favourite mug.
Pause. Breathe. Sip slowly.

Let the ritual of tea draw you back into yourself.

Extra Tips for a Deeper Tea Experience

• Use a special mug just for your tea moments. It turns a simple drink into a sacred ritual.
• Play gentle music or sit by a window while you sip.
• Mindful brewing: As you pour and sip, reflect on gratitude for the water, the earth, and the hands that harvested the leaves.

Brewing loose leaf tea isn’t about perfection; it’s about presence. Each cup is a small ceremony, an invitation to slow down and savour life, one sip at a time