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Ingredients
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Tea
Optional Additions
Method
Preparation
Measure and heat
Measure 2 teaspoons of jasmine green tea leaves. Heat fresh, filtered water to 175°F–185°F (about 80°C–85°C). If you do not have a thermometer, bring water to a gentle simmer and let it sit for 1 minute to cool slightly.
Warm teaware
Pour about 2 oz of the heated water into your teapot or teacup, swirl to warm and rinse, then discard the rinse water. This stabilizes brewing temperature.
Brewing
Pour water
Pour 8 oz of the heated water (175°F–185°F / 80°C–85°C) over the tea leaves to cover them fully.
Steep
Steep the tea for 2 to 3 minutes. For a lighter, more floral cup, aim for 2 minutes; for slightly stronger flavor, steep up to 3 minutes. Avoid steeping longer than 3 minutes to prevent bitterness.
Strain and serve
Remove the infuser or strain the tea leaves into your cup immediately after steeping to stop extraction. Taste and adjust steep time for future brews if desired.
Finishing (Optional)
Multiple infusions
High-quality jasmine green tea can be re-steeped 1–2 times. For each subsequent infusion, increase steep time by 30–45 seconds and use water at the same temperature.