Cold Brew Tea 101: The Ultimate Guide to Smooth, Sweet, and Refreshing Tea

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Forget bitter, over-steeped iced tea—cold brewing unlocks tea’s natural sweetness without heat-induced tannins. This method, which steeps tea leaves in cold water for hours, produces a smoother, more aromatic drink perfect for summer. Here’s everything you need to know to master cold

1. Why Cold Brew Tea?

✅ Naturally Sweeter: Cold water extracts fewer bitter compounds (like caffeine and tannins).
✅ Lower Acidity: Gentle on sensitive stomachs.
✅ More Antioxidants: Preserves delicate polyphenols degraded by heat.

Best For: Green, white, and floral teas (e.g., jasmine, sencha).

Try our Cold Brew Tea Starter Kit.


2. Step-by-Step Cold Brewing

Ingredients:

  • 10g loose-leaf tea (or 4 tea bags)

  • 1L cold, filtered water

  • Optional: Fruit slices, herbs (mint, basil)

Method:

  1. Add tea to a pitcher/jar.

  2. Pour water and stir gently.

  3. Refrigerate for 6–12 hours (overnight is easiest).

  4. Strain and serve over ice.

Pro Tip: For stronger flavor, increase tea leaves (not steeping time).

Explore our Cold Brew Tea Recipes.


3. Best Teas for Cold Brewing

Tea TypeFlavor ProfileSteeping Time
Japanese SenchaUmami, grassy8–10 hours
White PeonyFloral, honey-like6–8 hours
Oolong (Light)Peach, creamy10–12 hours
Herbal (Hibiscus)Tart, vibrant4–6 hours

Avoid: Bold black teas (can taste flat when cold-brewed).


4. Creative Cold Brew Variations

  • Sparkling Cold Brew: Top with soda water + lemon.

  • Tea Popsicles: Freeze with chopped fruit.

  • Cold Brew Matcha Latte: Shake with milk and ice.

Get inspired by our Cold Brew Tea Hacks.


Conclusion

Cold brew tea is effortless, versatile, and foolproof. Start with our Cold Brew Sampler Pack and taste the difference!

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