Te Ming – Keemun Black Tea

Easy Mug Brew

Use a tea-to-water ratio of 1:150. Put the leaves directly into a mug, add boiling water (100°C), and steep for 5 to 7 minutes. When about one-third of the tea remains, refill with boiling water to continue brewing.


Traditional Gongfu Style

Pre-warm the gaiwan or Yixing teapot. Use a tea-to-water ratio of 1:50. Brew with water at 95°C. For the first infusion, steep for about 4 seconds. Gradually increase the steeping time by about 3 seconds with each additional infusion, for up to five infusions. Pour the tea liquor completely out after each brew.