Quick Answer
To brew the Artisan Tea Tin Exploration Age Blend, use freshly boiled water, steep for 4-5 minutes, and enjoy it plain or with milk for a warming masala chai experience.
Why Brewing Method Matters for Masala Chai
The Exploration Age Blend is a bold masala chai with organic Assam tea and spices like cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger. Because the spices are ground and the tea is robust, a longer steep and hotter water than delicate green teas are needed to extract full flavor. A common mistake is under-steeping, which leaves the cup weak and the spices muted.
Step-by-Step Brewing Guide
- 1. Boil Fresh Water: Bring fresh, filtered water to a rolling boil (212°F / 100°C). Unlike delicate teas, masala chai needs full-boil water to extract the Assam base and spices. Don't use water that has been sitting in the kettle; start with cold water for the best oxygen content.
- 2. Measure the Tea: Use 1 heaping teaspoon of loose-leaf Exploration Age Blend per 8 oz cup. For a stronger cup, add a second teaspoon instead of steeping longer. Overcrowding the infuser can cause uneven extraction; use a roomy infuser or teapot.
- 3. Pour and Steep: Pour the boiling water directly over the leaves and steep for 4-5 minutes. Stir once after 2 minutes to ensure the spices are evenly infused. Steeping longer than 5 minutes can make the tea bitter; set a timer.
- 4. Strain and Serve: Remove the leaves by straining or lifting the infuser. Taste before adding anything—this blend is already spiced. If desired, add warm milk and a touch of honey or sugar. Cold milk can lower the temperature too quickly; warm the milk first for a hotter cup.
About the Tea
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Artisan Tea Tin Exploration Age Blend: This bold and aromatic masala chai is a fusion of organic Assam tea, perfectly balanced with cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and other exotic spices. The robust Assam base and ground spices require a full boil and 4-5 minute steep to release their warming complexity; shorter steeps will taste thin.
Artisan Tea Tin Exploration Age Blend
