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How to make a really good cup of Tea

Follow these guidelines to make the best of your Grey's Teas

1. Fill the kettle with fresh cold water straight from a tap supplied direct from the mains.

2. If your water is from a 'hard' water area with much lime scale use a purification filter first.

3. Warm the pot, or the mug if you are using an infuser, thoroughly. You want your tea to be really hot.

4. Boil the water. Wait for the steam.

5. Use one teaspoon of tea per person and one for the pot.

6. Let the tea brew for five full minutes. Whilst colour takes perhaps only a short time to become apparent the full flavour takes longer. For green tea infuse for about three minutes.

7. Ensure that you use milk only with those teas that can take it, such as Assams, Ceylons and Breakfast Blends. Pour it into the cup first to avoid the need for stirring. Do not use milk with green teas. Milk is optional with black China teas and oolongs. Many teas are better without.

8. Avoid taking tea with sugar. A well brewed tea that is intended for milk should not taste bitter.

How to Store your Tea

To ensure that your fine teas are kept in top condition for many months they should be kept cool and dry in an airtight container away from light and strong smells.

How long should I keep my tea?

They will keep for up to two years. Green teas will keep in their best condition for only six months or so.

 
 
 
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