How Hot?
Brewing temperature will vary according to tea type. Generally, the greener the tea the cooler the water should be. For a lighter, more floral cup of tea use cooler water. For a darker, more robust cup of tea use hotter water.
We realize you might not always have a thermometer on hand. In that case, you may refer to these ancient Chinese sayings that differentiate the sight and sound of the water appropriate for each tea:
| Tea | Temp | Saying | Sight |
| Green | 160 – 175 | Shrimp Eye Water | Small bubbles about to break, slow curl of vapor |
| White, Oolong, Scented | 175 – 195 | Fish Eye Water | Moderate sized bubbles, slow, steady vertical vapor |
| Black, Puerh, Herbal | 195 – 205 | Old Man Water | Large rolling bubbles, strong, steady vertical vapor |
