Cold-brew teas

Cold-brewing is hot! Cold-brew coffee has been in spotlight for months, and now cold-brew teas are joining the craze.

What makes cold-brew so special? It’s all about the slow extraction … tea leaves are steeped in cool water for an extended period of time, allowing the leaves to release their flavor slowly and resulting in a purer extraction than hot-brewing. The method creates a smooth, well-balanced tea without bitterness. And it’s super simple to make!

You can cold-brew tea in the refrigerator using a Mason jar, or any 32-ounce container. Before steeping, rinse tea leaves briefly in cool water to remove any dust or impurities. Add 2 rounded tablespoons of loose-leaf tea (green, white, oolong, and herbal are best for cold-brew), or 2–3 tea bags, to 32 ounces of filtered water. Steep the tea for at least 2 hours, up to overnight, in the refrigerator. For a faster cold-brew, steep leaves at room temperature for 15–30 minutes. Strain the leaves before serving straight, or over ice.