Which do you prefer, brewing tea or steeping tea?

Boiling tea and steeping tea are two different ways of drinking tea. Which do you prefer?

01. Essential Differences

• Brewing Tea - Stability

Brewing tea is a process of tempering tea leaves, which allows them to fully unleash their unique characteristics. Brewing tea allows you to experience the full flavor of the tea. Therefore, the flavor of brewed tea is very stable.

• Brewing Tea - Variation

Brewing tea is about exploring the tea leaves, and each brew offers a different flavor. The unique experience it brings us is the charm of brewing tea, and it's why many veteran tea lovers choose to brew tea.

02. Differences in Tea Dosage

• Boiling Tea

The amount of tea used in brewing tea is relatively large, typically 7-10 grams, or even more. This can be adjusted based on personal taste.

• Brewing Tea

When brewing tea in a gaiwan, the optimal amount is around 1-5 grams. This can be adjusted based on personal taste.

03. Taste Differences

• Boiling Tea

The brewed tea has a richer flavor; The tea has a richer, more layered flavor;

The texture is smooth and relatively sweet.

• Brewing Tea

Brewing tea in a white porcelain covered bowl or glass maximizes the release of the tea's aroma.

The covered bowl concentrates the aroma during the brewing process, resulting in a relatively better taste and flavor.

04. Suitable Teas

Different tea types are suitable for different drinking methods.

• Boiling Tea

Oolong tea, aged white tea, black tea, and ripe Pu'er tea.

Tea with thicker, more coarse leaves is best suited for boiling, as it allows for the full release of tea polyphenols.

• Brewing Tea

Green tea, yellow tea, and new white tea.

The delicate buds and leaves are more suitable for drinking tea in a covered bowl. Boiling the tea will have the opposite effect, leaving the tea bitter.