How To Make Tea On The Stove?|NPTEA

Learn how to make tea on the stove with family during winter. Discover the best teas for boiling, such as aged white tea and ripe Pu'er tea, and avoid brewing green, black, and oolong teas. Control the tea-to-water ratio and boiling time for a perfect brew.
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What Does It Mean To Steep Tea? |NPTEA

What is steeping tea? Steeping tea is the process of soaking tea leaves in water at a specific temperature to extract their natural compounds. These compounds determine the tea's aroma and flavor. How to steep tea correctly? To avoid bitterness, it's important to control the water temperature, amount of tea, and steeping time.
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How Long to Microwave Water for Tea? Here's the Right Way

Using a microwave to heat water for tea can be highly unsafe. Microwaving water may cause it to overheat, and when stirred or tea is added, it could result in sudden splashes that lead to burns. NPTEA recommends using a traditional kettle and carefully controlling the water temperature to brew the perfect cup of...
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How to Make Tea Taste Better and the Science Behind It

The correct brewing methods can enhance the flavor of tea. Understanding the chemical components of tea, such as polyphenols, amino acids, and volatile compounds, helps clarify the underlying principles. By adjusting brewing time, water temperature, and tea leaf quantity, you can brew a tastier cup of tea.
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