Black Teas
Black tea is generally stronger in flavour than other teas. Black tea should be steeped in water brought up to 90–98 °C (194–208 °F) for 3–5 min. Black tea contains 2 to 4 percent caffeine.
Green Teas
Green tea is a type of tea made from the leaves and buds of the Camellia sinensis that have not undergone the withering and oxidation process that creates oolong teas and black teas. Steeping, or brewing, is the process of making tea from leaves and hot water, generally using 2 grams (0.07 oz) of tea per 100 mL (3.5 imp fl oz; 3.4 US fl oz) of water or about 1 tsp (5 mL) of green tea per 150 mL (5.3 imp fl oz; 5.1 US fl oz) cup. Steeping temperatures range from 61 °C (142 °F) to 87 °C (189 °F) and steeping times from 30 seconds to three minutes.
Herbal Teas
Herbal teas are made from the infusion or decoction of any herbs, spices, or other plant material in water that is not derived from the tea plant. Herbal infusions may be made by pouring hot or boiling water over the plant parts and letting them steep for some time.
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