Feng Xiao's Guide to Brewing Cha Dao
- Start with filtered or a good spring water (pH over 7 is best).
- Boil water and turn off heat.
- Place 1 serving (2-4g) of tea into 100-150cc (small!) teapot.
- For white tea and green oolong tea, pour boiling water directly over tea.
- For black, green and Pu-erh teas, water should be slightly cooler: wait 15 to 30 sec. before pouring, OR pour into a beaker/serving cup before transferring to teapot.
- Infuse tea in teapot for 5-10 seconds only.
- Pour into a serving cup or beaker or directly into drinking cup
- Enjoy!
- Infusion can be repeated until the flavor is undesirable (4-10 times, depending on tea quality).
- Learn much more by scheduling a tea ceremony.