How to make the perfect cup of green tea

As January rolls around more of us are reaching for ‘healthier’ options to drink to combat the overindulgence of the festive period. Green tea is often considered to be a healthier choice of tea due to the higher level of antioxidants found in it and its health given properties. I am loathed to see people making green tea as if it were black tea which gives it a very bitter taste. If you work in an office and are given a cup of very dark green tea you will know the bitter taste I mean.

Brewing green tea is very simple and straightforward. If you are using a teabag, simply boil the kettle to around 80 degrees. If your kettle doesn’t have a thermostat then simply take it off before it full boils or walk away from the kettle in search of biscuits or other treats while waiting for it to cool down.

The length of time it should be brewed for is between 30 seconds and 1 minute. Don’t feel the need to squeeze the tea bag against the side of the cup either!

It’s as simple as that. Don’t use boiling water and brew for less time compared to black.

Here’s a short video of me talking all things green tea and explaining the difference between loose leaf and tea bags.

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