Tea Steeping Temperature & Time Chart

Find the ideal water temperature and steeping minutes for Green, White, Oolong, Black, and Herbal teas to extract rich aromatics without extracting bitter tannins.

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Brewing Temperature & Timing

Japanese Green Tea (Sencha, Gyokuro)

Caffeine: 25 – 45 mg

Water Temperature

160°F – 170°F (70°C – 75°C)

Steeping Duration

1 – 2 minutes

🍵 Flavor Notes:Umami, sweet marine seaweed, fresh grass, vibrant jade liquor.

💡 Sommelier Secret: Keep steeping under 90 seconds. Boiling water extracts harsh catechins and tannins, obliterating sweet L-theanine.