SUMMER TEA TIME
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e all have something that makes summer feel like summertime…and for many it is a refreshing cup of iced tea. Iced tea can be a wonderful way to stay hydrated in the summer season. The possibilities are endless... whether sticking with tea or herbal infusions. Sip a cold steep instead of soda, or dress iced tea up for special occasions by serving in champagne glasses. Keep it classic and pure, or add your own favourite seasonal fresh herbs or fruits. Drop in honey or maple syrup or craft your own homemade tea infused simple syrup. Create iced lattes by pouring over tea iced cubes… We wanted to share our recipes for inspiring your perfect iced tea...
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Hot Brewing Method 1. Prepare as you would using your preferred method for brewing hot tea, but use 1.5x the amount of loose leaves. Allow the steep to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate. 2. Another option is to prepare as you typically would for hot tea, but pour immediately over plenty of ice. This pourover method requires 2x the amount of tea. A great tip for preparing in
large quantities is to make ice cubes from tea. This allows for keeping tea chilled without diluting flavour. Cold Brewing Method: With this method, the cold water draws out, or pulls the flavour from the leaf as opposed to hot water (used in traditional brewing) which pushes the flavour from the leaf. Subsequently cold infusion is a much slower, gentle method that results in a smooth, more subtle, naturally sweet tasting tea. 1. Use a clean vessel (glass jar or pitcher) with a lid or cover 2. Place some tea inside (about 1.5x the amount you would use for a hot brew) and fill with cold water. 3. Place your sealed vessel in the refrigerator for 4 - 10 hours, depending on the type of brew (less time for whites, greens, yellow and wiry/ flat oolongs, more for rolled oolongs, puerhs, blacks, and longest for herbal tisanes.) Word of caution: brewed tea has a shelf life! Tea stored at room temperature is best enjoyed within 2 days. Tea stored in the refrigerator is best enjoyed within 3-4 days. Happy Steeping!
