EXOTIC CHOICES

PRACTICAL TIPS FOR
JAPANESE GREEN TEA

Boiling of water removes the chlorine smell from tap water so if you are using filtered or purified water, this isn't necessary.>/p>

By pouring boiled water into cups first, you can warm the cups while cooling down the water. Let the filled cups aside for sometime... generally speaking, higher quality tea requires lower temperature.
Leave 2 minutes for 60°C(140°F)
Leave 1 minute for 80°C(176°F)
Leave 30 seconds for 90°C(194°F)
In the mean time... prepare tea leaves..

Brew only for the amount you consume
If water remains in a teapot and sits there for long time, the tea will be bitter. Ensure to make only the amount you enjoy.
Do not stair or shake, but swirl the tea pot gently just before serving for the consistency.

To have even flavor, pour small amount into each cup. Once pouring all cups, add another small amount into cups again, taking turns. You should not leave any excess water in a teapot (to stop infusion) for the second infusion.

If you are using a teapot with a drainer, this is not necessary.

If the leaves sit for more than 2 hours, discard them and make a fresh pot.
Some tea could make a third infusion, however you may not enjoy the taste as it becomes weak.