How To make Tea with Tea bags

Ever wondered how to make tea with tea bags? If you think it involves dipping the tea pouches in hot water. Then, you need to read further to know that there is more to the process.

I often make tea using tea bags. Lack of time and resources to make my usual tea forces me to use tea bags.  

For most of us, tea bags are a lifesaver.  Whenever I am outdoors flying, or stuck up with office work, tea bags are my savior.

Yes, I too have been guilty of using tea bags, more often than I would want to admit. But there is nothing wrong in using them. They are the easiest and quickest way to stir up some tea love.

If you are someone who wants to learn the art of using tea bags. Then, you must know how to get the best taste and flavor out of those little sacs.

To know about the benefits from tea, please read 7 Popular Teas and Their Benefits in the World.

How To Make the Perfect Cup Of Tea Step by Step With Tea bags

Here’s the perfect way to make that tea which will put a smile on your face every time:

1. Put your favorite tea bag in the tea cup
2. Take good quality water. Lower the mineral content in water, better it is.
3. Heat the water till it comes to a rolling boil. A rolling boil is the highest point of boiling.  You can recognize when you see continuous bubbles forming on top of the water.
4. Pour the boiling water into the tea cup immediately. Delaying this will lead to less flavor in the tea due to:
   1. The temperature of the water is lower
   2. The oxygen content in water decreases if we let the water boil more. 
5. Good taste can never come in a rush. That is why you will have to let the tea brew for 2-5 minutes. 
6. After that, remove the tea bag and enjoy your cup of bliss.

Differences in Brewing Time by Type of Tea

All teas are not the same, and need different amounts of time to brew. Here’s the rule of thumb which will work for most tea bags:

Figure 1: Tea Bag Brewing Time For Different Types Of Tea

Tea Type (in Tea Bags)	Brew Time
Black Tea	2 to 3 minutes
Oolong Tea	1 to 3 minutes
Green Tea	1 to 2 minutes
White Tea	.5 to 1 minute
Herbal Tea	3 to 5 minutes
Fruit infusions	3 to 5 minutes

The Blended Tea Brewing Rule

For Blended tea bags, choose the brewing time of the tea that takes a shorter time.

For example, If we have a blend of Chamomile with Green Tea. Then, the brew time for the blend is 1-2 minutes. That is because green tea takes less time to brew than the chamomile (herbal tea).

1. Choice 1: Green tea brew time : 1-2 minutes
2. Choice 2: Herbal tea brew time : 3-5 minutes

How To Steep Tea With Tea bags

Here are a few tips to get the best flavor and taste out of your tea in tea bags:

1. Heat the tea cup before using it. This helps with the brewing process.
2. Pour the water into the tea cup with the tea bag,  as soon as it comes to a rolling boil. Do not delay this step.
3. Cover the tea cup with the sauser, or any other utensil available. This enhances the brewing process.
4. Do not dunk the tea bag while steeping the tea.
5. After the brewing time is over, press the tea bag with a spoon in the tea cup before removing it. This helps in getting more flavor out of the tea bag into the tea.

How To Make Iced Tea With Tea bags

Here are 2 methods for making iced tea, choose the method based on the time you have:

Hot Brew Method

This method takes less time than the cold brew method. Here are the steps to make iced tea with the Hot Brew method:

1. Put the tea bag in the tea cup
2. Heat good quality water till it comes to a rolling boil. A rolling boil is the highest point of boiling. You can recognize when you see continuous bubbles forming on top of the water
3. Pour the boiling water into the tea cup immediately
4. Let the tea brew. But ensure that you do not over brew. (Please refer to the table above for appropriate brewing times.)
5. Cool the tea in a refrigerator for a few hours. 
6. Add ice as preferred and enjoy your cup of chilled tea

Cold Brew Method

This method uses cold water for brewing tea. Thus, it takes longer to get the right taste and flavor.

Cold brewed tea tastes smoother than the one made the hot brew way. Moreover, it is clear and cloudless.

Here are the steps to make tea with the cold brew method:

1. Put the tea bag in the tea cup
2. Pour room temperature or cold water into the tea cup
3. Keep the tea refrigerated for 6 to 8 hours
4. Squeeze the tea bag on the side of the tea cup, using a spoon. Then, remove the tea bag
5. Add ice and relish your cup of cold brewed tea

Tips For Making Your Tea Faster

Here are simple tips to make your tea in the shortest time:

• Pour water into the cup with a tea bag immediately after it comes to a rolling boil.
• Cover the tea cup with a lid while brewing. This fastens the brewing process.
• Then, squeeze the tea bag with a spoon before removing it. This adds to the taste and flavor of the tea. Also, if you are in a hurry, you can reduce the brewing time by squeezing the tea bags. That way you get to have the tea quicker without compromising on its flavor.

Conclusion

Making tea with tea bags is simple. If you make simple changes to your tea making process. Then, you will have an enhanced experience. 

This article helps you get the most out of your tea bags by using simple techniques.

The techniques mentioned in this article will make your tea better. That is because the correct brewing techniques enhance the flavor and taste. Thus, giving you the gratification of making the best tea from a tea bag.

There are different types of tea. Thus, they all require different brew times. As long as you stick to the right brew times, you will get the best experience. 

I hope after following the tips in this article, your tea will taste better.