Assam Matcha
- Quantity and water
- 2 g; 70 ml at 80°C
- Preparation
- Sift and whisk; add water or milk to taste
Tea Rituals
Pour slowly. Savour deeply.
A little care.
A better cup.
A good ritual does not need to be complicated. Begin with the right amount of tea, water at the recommended temperature and enough attention to notice when the cup is ready.
The three things to notice
Quantity gives your preparation a starting point. Water temperature influences how the tea infuses. Time lets you adjust its strength. Follow the guidance on your pack, then make small changes to find your preference.
Quantity
Measure thoughtfully
Start with the amount on your pack. A small scale makes your next cup easier to repeat.
Water
Find the right warmth
Match the water temperature to your tea, giving its character room to develop.
Time
Give it your attention
Time the infusion, taste, then strain. Adjust a little at a time to find your preference.
Your brewing guide
A starting point for each tea
Start here, then follow the guidance on your specific pack and adjust to taste.
Silver Needle Assam
- Quantity and water
- 2 g; 200 ml at 80-85°C
- Preparation
- Steep 3-4 minutes, then strain
Assam Golden Tips
- Quantity and water
- 2 g; 200 ml at 90-95°C
- Preparation
- Begin at 3 minutes; taste, then strain within 3-5 minutes
Give loose leaves room
Use an infuser with enough space for the tea to move in the water. Strain when the cup reaches your preferred strength, rather than leaving the leaves in as you drink.
Sift. Whisk. Savour.
A different preparation for Matcha
Matcha is whisked, not strained after steeping. Sifting helps break up small clumps before water is added. Visit our guide for a simple bowl and an iced latte variation.
Make MatchaA ritual of your own
Make the next cup yours
If the first cup feels too strong, shorten the next infusion or use a little less tea. If it feels too light, adjust gradually. Keep the change small so you can understand what made the difference.
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