2554: How Long to Brew Tea & At What Temperature for Optimal Health

February 2, 2023

2554: How Long to Brew Tea & At What Temperature for Optimal Health

February 2, 2023

TT: How Long to Brew Tea & At What Temperature for Optimal Health

Tea is a favorite drink to many due to its wide variety of health benefits.

Many people, however, just add hot water to their tea without understanding that the wrong temperature can destroy some of the health properties they are seeking in the first place…

Depending on what type of tea you prefer it is important to note the proper temperature and steeping time so you can maximize all that it has to offer (as well as the taste)…

So join me on today’s #CabralConcept 2554 where I share with you how long to brew tea & at what temperature for optimal health – Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought!

Show Highlights & Big Takeaways

1. Temperatures

Black Tea: 212 degrees
Chai Tea: 212 degrees
Oolong Tea: 195 degrees
Herb Mate Tea: 160 degrees
Green Tea: 175-180 degrees
White Tea: 175-180 degrees
Matcha Green Tea: 180 degrees
Purple Tea: 175-180 degrees
Herbal Teas: 212 degrees

2. Steeping Time

Black Tea: 3-5 minutes
Oolong Tea: 2-3 minutes
Herba Mate: 3-5 minutes
Green Tea: 1-2 minutes
White Tea: 2-3 minutes
Matcha Green Tea: N/A (No steep time since the powder stays in the water and you consume it that way)
Purple Tea: 2-3 minutes
Herbal Tea: 5-10 minutes
Rooibos Tea: 5-10 minutes

3. Raw Honey

When adding raw honey to your tea make sure that the water is not boiling (not above 175 degrees). If you do want to add it to a tea that uses boiling water make sure to cool the water first.