How to Make the Best Iced Tea (Page 6)

Tip 3. Turn Up (or Down) the Heat

Use boiling water (212°F) to brew black, herbal and darker-colored oolong teas. But use cooler water (170° to 180°F) to brew green, white and lighter oolongs teas. Brewing teas that need cooler temps with boiling water can result in bitter or astringent flavors.

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