How do I prepare the best pot of Just Us! Tea?

• Warm the teapot with boiling water.
• After discarding the 'warming water', place tea into the teapot. Use approx. 1 tsp. of loose tea or 1 teabag per 8 oz cup
• Bring fresh water to a full boil and pour over tea leaves or tea bag. For GREEN tea bring water to boil and let cool to 70-80º C (approx 3-4 minutes), infuse for 2-3 minutes.
• Cover the pot with a lid and let steep. Black teas should steep 3-5 minutes, and Herbals and Oolongs (Rooibos) for about 8 minutes.
• Green teas for 2-3 minutes at 70-80º C (Timing of this is important as if left to steep to long you will get a bitter taste.

What is the best way to store my Just Us! Tea?

• Tea should be stored in tightly sealed containers. Tea tins are best, but ceramic and glass jars are acceptable if they have a tight fitting gasket.
• If storing tea in glass containers keep them away from direct light.
• All teas should be kept at a cool dry temperature.
• Tea is 'hydroscopic' and can absorb both moisture and smell. It is important to be cautious when storing tea next to other items (including other tea)