Jan 22nd, '09, 00:55
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New to teas
Just started to get in to loose tea and i have been amazed. I was wondering what is a good way to find teas that i would like? I have been on Adagios site and been getting the samples. Then there is the hole thing about how long you steep them for. All i have now is a pot and some cups any thing else i should get? thanks ahead of time for all the pointers.
Jan 22nd, '09, 10:52
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Jan 22nd, '09, 11:46
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Welcome! As you explore different teas and find out what you like you'll learn about the different kinds of teaware you can use and brewing parameters for each kind of tea.
As for tea at work I recommend an infuser mug, or perhaps Adagio's ingenuiTea to brew. As for the water problem, I'm not sure. Microwave may work, but maybe the more experienced tea drinkers could suggest something else.
As for tea at work I recommend an infuser mug, or perhaps Adagio's ingenuiTea to brew. As for the water problem, I'm not sure. Microwave may work, but maybe the more experienced tea drinkers could suggest something else.
the Adagio ingenuiTEA is great for work-place brewing. If you are looking to really invest time in drinking tea, an electric kettle might be worth purchasing. You can go fancy with temperature controlled kettles, which has specific temps for green/white/light oolongs and black/herbal/dark oolongs such as the Adagio utiliTEA, or if you find yourself drinking mostly black/herbal teas, they sell hot pots that simply boil water for under $10.00 at most retailers.
One thing you might want to look into getting , if the microwave is your option, is an instant-read thermometer. You can also use this in other situations, like in cooking, and I just picked up yet another one for 7.00 at bb&b. This can come in handy when heating up water in the microwave.
It's also good to have a reliable timer or time piece nearby when making teas- keep an eye out on your steep time!
One thing you might want to look into getting , if the microwave is your option, is an instant-read thermometer. You can also use this in other situations, like in cooking, and I just picked up yet another one for 7.00 at bb&b. This can come in handy when heating up water in the microwave.
It's also good to have a reliable timer or time piece nearby when making teas- keep an eye out on your steep time!
