Quick answer
To brew Organic Thai Tea, steep 1 teaspoon of loose leaves in 8 ounces of water at 200°F for 3–5 minutes for a hot cup, or double the leaves and steep longer for a bold iced version.
Why Organic Thai Tea works for both methods
Organic Thai Tea blends bold black tea with aromatic spices, making it naturally suited for hot brewing (to release the spice notes) or iced brewing (where the strong base holds up to dilution). The key difference is leaf-to-water ratio and steeping time.
How to brew Organic Thai Tea hot or iced
- Heat the water: Bring fresh, filtered water to 200°F (just below boiling). If you don't have a thermometer, let boiling water cool for 30 seconds. Water that is too hot can make the tea bitter.
- Measure the tea: For hot tea, use 1 teaspoon of Organic Thai Tea leaves per 8 ounces of water. For iced tea, use 2 teaspoons per 8 ounces to ensure the flavor holds up after dilution. Using too little tea for iced brewing results in a weak, watery drink.
- Steep the tea: Pour the hot water over the leaves and steep for 3–5 minutes. For hot tea, aim for 3 minutes for a milder spice flavor or 5 minutes for a bolder cup. For iced tea, steep the full 5 minutes. Over-steeping (beyond 5 minutes) can make the tea overly bitter.
- Strain and serve: Pour the brewed tea through a strainer into your cup. For hot tea, serve immediately. For iced tea, pour over a glass filled with ice. Optionally, add a splash of milk or sweetener to taste. Adding milk or sweetener is optional; the spice blend already provides plenty of flavor.
Product used in this guide
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Organic Thai Tea: Organic Thai Tea blends organic black tea with an array of aromatic spices. The spice blend means you can enjoy complex flavor whether you brew it hot or iced, without adding extra ingredients.
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