Suggested Brewing:

• Brew with a Bowl and Spoon:

1. Tea to Water Ratio: Use 4 grams of tea leaves in a 240 ml bowl (1:60 ratio).

2. Water Temperature: Use water at 175°F (80°C).

3. Steeping Time: Steep for 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on your taste preference.

Steps:

1. Heat the Water: Bring water to 212°F (100°C).

2. Preheat the Bowl: Fill up your bowl with 70% of hot water, swirl it around, and then discard. This helps maintain the water temperature during brewing. The heat remaining in the bowl helps release the fragrance of your green tea.

3. Add Tea Leaves: Place 4 grams of tea leaves into the 240 ml bowl. (The temperature of your water will go down in the meantime.)

4. Steep: Pour hot water at 175°F (80°C) over the wall of your tea bowl and let the tea leaves steep for 30 seconds to 2 minutes. Use a spoon to scoop the tea liquid into your teacups.

5. Drink and Refill: Drink from the teacups. When the water level in the bowl gets low (about 1/3 of the tea liquid in the bowl), add more water at 175°F (80°C) or slightly higher, and repeat. You can continue to refill the bowl multiple times, enjoying the evolving flavor with each infusion.

• Brew with a Tall Glass Cup (Grandpa Style):

1. Tea to Water Ratio: Use 4 grams of tea leaves in a 240 ml glass cup (1:60 ratio).

2. Water Temperature: Use water at 175°F (80°C).

3. Steeping Time: Steep for 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on your taste preference.

Steps:

1. Heat the Water: Bring water to 212°F (100°C).

2. Preheat the Glass: Pour a little hot water into the glass, swirl it around, and then discard. This helps maintain the water temperature during brewing.

3. Add Tea Leaves: Place 4 grams of tea leaves into the 240 ml glass cup. (The temperature of your water will go down in the meantime.)

4. Steep: Pour hot water at 175°F (80°C) over the tea leaves and let them steep for 30 seconds to 2 minutes. Taste the tea after 30 seconds and decide if you need to steep it longer.

5. Drink and Refill: Drink directly from the glass. When the water level gets low (about 1/3 of the tea liquid in the glass), add more water at 175°F (80°C) or slightly higher, and repeat. You can continue to refill the glass multiple times, enjoying the evolving flavor with each infusion.

How Should I Store My Green Teas?

Storing tea in a home setting is quite simple. Here are some key guidelines to follow:

• Avoid Humidity: Keep your tea in a dry place to prevent it from absorbing moisture, which can degrade its quality.

• Avoid High Temperatures: Store tea in a cool environment. High temperatures can cause the tea to lose its flavor and aroma.

• Avoid Direct Sunlight: Exposure to sunlight can degrade the quality of tea leaves, so keep your tea in a dark place.

• Avoid Oxygen Exposure: This is especially important for green teas, which undergo minimal processing. Store tea in airtight containers to limit its exposure to air.

• Avoid Exposure to Strong Odors: Tea leaves can easily absorb surrounding odors, which can alter their taste.

We don’t recommend storing tea in your refrigerator, as the humidity can affect the tea, and tea leaves can easily absorb surrounding odors. Instead, store your tea in a cool, dry and airy place such as a shelf or cupboard.

If you cook frequently, avoid storing tea in the kitchen, as it might absorb food odors. A living room, furnished basement, or any cool, airy place is more suitable.