Sencha Tea
- Water, 5 oz. at 170° F
- Sencha tea, 1 tsp ( ~4 grams)
- Pour water over the leaves, let steep for 1 minute
- Second Steep: 15 seconds at 180° F
- Third Steep: 30 – 45 seconds at 180° F
- Too Bitter? Lower your water temperature or shorten the steeping time by 15 seconds next time.
- Too Weak? Increase the amount of leaf rather than the temperature. High heat with Sencha often brings out “harsh” notes rather than more flavor.
Gyokuro Tea
- Water, 5 oz. at 120-140° F
- Gyokuro tea, 2 tsp (5-6 grams)
- Pour water over the leaves, steep for 2 minutes
- Second infusion: 30 seconds at 150° F
- Third infusion, 60 seconds at 170° F
Quick Tip: If the tea tastes too “seaweed-heavy” or salty for you, drop the temperature closer to 120°F. If you want a bit more of a caffeine kick and a sharper taste, aim for 140°F.