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Brew tea like you mean it.
A practical cheat sheet for the moment when good tea turns bitter, flat or thin.
Harry Siegmundauthor of The Tea Bible
- 7
- tea types
- 160-212
- degrees F
- 1-10
- minutes
At a glance
Your tea rarely fails because of the tea. It usually fails by 10 degrees.
The companion gives you clear starting points while leaving room for taste, water and your own ritual.
What you get
- Temperatures for 7 tea typesFrom delicate green tea to black tea, Rooibos, herbal tea and Pu Erh.
- Steeping times you will actually useA PDF that can sit next to your cup without turning tea into homework.
- Find the mistake fasterRead bitterness, flat flavor, stale leaves and poor storage before you blame the tea.
- Harry's weekly newsletterTea notes, recipes, weight-loss tips, healthier living, lifestyle and small everyday tricks. No daily inbox noise.
FAQ
Is the Tea Brewing Companion really free?
Yes. You get the PDF companion for free and join Harry's weekly newsletter at the same time. If it is not for you, you can unsubscribe with one click.
What is inside the Tea Brewing Companion?
It gives you temperatures, steeping times and leaf amounts for green tea, white tea, oolong, black tea, Pu Erh, Rooibos and herbal tea. It also covers the mistakes that make tea taste bitter, flat or thin.
Will it help if my green tea tastes bitter?
Yes, that is one of the main reasons it exists. Green tea often turns bitter because the water is too hot or the leaves steep for too long. Start around 160-175 °F for 1-3 minutes, then adjust gently.
What temperature should I use for green tea?
A good starting point is 160-175 °F. It is not a law, but it prevents most bitter cups. If the tea tastes too quiet, add a little time or a touch more heat.
How long should tea steep?
Green tea usually needs 1-3 minutes, white tea 2-5 minutes, oolong 2-5 minutes, black tea 3-5 minutes, Pu Erh 2-5 minutes, Rooibos 5-7 minutes and herbal tea 5-10 minutes. The companion keeps those ranges close at hand.
Do I need special equipment?
No. A kettle, a cup and a little attention are enough. A thermometer helps, but you can also let boiling water cool for a few minutes before brewing delicate teas.
Why does tea sometimes taste flat or watery?
It is often too little leaf, too short a steep, old tea or poor storage. The companion helps you change the right thing first instead of just letting every cup steep forever.
What does double opt-in mean?
After signing up, you receive a confirmation email. Only after you click that link is the signup active and the download unlocked. It keeps strangers from signing you up.
Will I get constant emails after downloading?
No. The plan is Harry's weekly newsletter with tea notes, recipes, weight-loss tips, healthier living ideas, lifestyle notes, book updates and small community moments. No daily inbox noise.
Is this only for beginners?
No. It is simple enough for a first serious cup and practical enough for people who already drink tea but want a quick reference while brewing.