how to make green tea in home - #15942
I am trying to figure out how to make green tea in home lately because I've heard so many great things about it. I bought this fancy green tea a while back, but I guess I kinda screwed up the first time I tried to brew it. My water was boiling, which I read later is a no-no for green tea since it makes it taste bitter. I think I also let it steep for way too long, like 10 minutes! It tasted horrible, honestly. Now, I really want to enjoy the health benefits without ruining it. Can anyone guide me on how to make green tea in home the right way? What's the ideal water temperature? I’ve seen suggestions ranging from 160 to 180 degrees, but I have no idea how to measure that. Should I invest in one of those fancy thermometers? Also, what about the amounts of tea to water? Like, if I'm making just a cup, how much green tea do I need? I would really like to make it taste fresh and pleasant, not like the disaster I made before. Plus, any tips on storing the loose leaf green tea would be super helpful too! Thanks!
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