The Art and Science of Perfect Tea Steeping: Avoiding the Bitter Brew
Master the art of tea steeping with precise timing and temperature to unlock nuanced flavors and avoid over-extraction, even when distracted.
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Beyond the Brew: Detecting Over-Steeped Tea Through Sight and Scent
Over-steeped tea can exhibit visual cues like cloudiness or a darker hue, and olfactory signals such as astringency or the loss of delicate aromas.
The Bitter Truth: Identifying and Rectifying Over-Steeped Tea
Over-steeped tea often tastes bitter and astringent due to excessive tannin extraction. Reduce steeping time or temperature, or use a stronger brew for future cups.