White Tea
Water Temp: 160–175°F (71–80°C)
Steep Time: 2–3 minutes
Tip: Soft, filtered water lets its delicate floral notes shine.

Green Tea
Water Temp: 170–185°F (77–85°C)
Steep Time: 1–2 minutes
Tip: Short steep avoids bitterness.

Yellow Tea (optional but nice to include for tea lovers)
Water Temp: 170–180°F (77–82°C)
Steep Time: 2–3 minutes
Tip: Very gentle flavor — avoid boiling water.

Oolong Tea
Water Temp: 185–205°F (85–96°C)
Steep Time: 3–5 minutes
Tip: Re-steep multiple times — flavors evolve beautifully.

Black Tea
Water Temp: 200–212°F (93–100°C)
Steep Time: 3–4 minutes
Tip: Add more leaves for strength, not more time.

Pu-erh Tea (fermented, earthy, rich)
Water Temp: 200–212°F (93–100°C)
Steep Time: 3–5 minutes (rinse leaves first for best flavor)
Tip: Improves with multiple infusions.

Matcha
Water Temp: 175°F (80°C)
Whisk: ½–1 tsp in 2 oz hot water until frothy, then add more water or milk.
Tip: Sift powder before whisking to avoid clumps.

Herbal / Tisane
Water Temp: 208–212°F (98–100°C)
Steep Time: 5–7 minutes
Tip: Cover cup while steeping to trap aromatics.