How to Brew Loose Leaf Green Tea with Mint

Quick answer

To brew loose leaf green tea with mint, use water at 175°F (80°C), steep for 2-3 minutes, and use one teaspoon of leaves per cup. Avoid boiling water to prevent bitterness.

Step-by-step brewing guide

1. 1. Heat fresh, filtered water: Bring water to a boil, then let it cool for 30-60 seconds until it reaches about 175°F (80°C). Avoid using hot tap water, which can taste flat. Water that's too hot will make your tea bitter; let it cool briefly.
2. 2. Measure the leaves: Use one heaping teaspoon of loose leaf green tea with mint per 8 oz (240 ml) cup. Adjust to taste, but don't overfill—green tea expands as it steeps. Too many leaves can overwhelm the flavor; start with one teaspoon.
3. 3. Pour and steep: Pour the hot water over the leaves and steep for 2-3 minutes. Set a timer—over-steeping extracts bitter compounds. For a stronger mint flavor, steep closer to 3 minutes. Steeping longer than 3 minutes risks bitterness; use a timer.
4. 4. Strain and serve: Pour the tea through a fine-mesh strainer into your cup to catch the leaves. If using a tea infuser, remove it immediately after steeping. Serve hot or pour over ice for a refreshing iced tea. Leaving leaves in the water continues steeping; remove them promptly.
5. 5. Optional: sweeten or garnish: Add a touch of honey or a fresh mint sprig for extra aroma. Avoid sugar, which can mask the delicate green tea flavor. Sweeten sparingly to let the natural mint and tea notes shine.

Product facts

• Taylors of Harrogate Tea - Green Tea with Mint - 20 count: Taylors of Harrogate Green Tea with Mint is made with smooth Chinese Sencha green tea and the finest grade of peppermint leaf (40%) plus natural mint flavoring. The high proportion of real peppermint leaf gives a natural, crisp mint taste without artificial harshness, ideal for a refreshing brew.