{"slug":"jasmine-green-tea","name":"Jasmine Green Tea","steep_time":{"low_seconds":60,"high_seconds":180},"steep_temperature":{"low_c":75,"high_c":85,"low_f":167,"high_f":185},"web_url":"https://timebeforetea.com/teas/jasmine-green-tea","title":"How to Brew Jasmine Green Tea","description":"Steep Jasmine Green Tea for 1m – 3m at 75°C – 85°C (167°F – 185°F). A step-by-step brewing guide from Time Before Tea.","steps":[{"name":"Measure your tea","text":"Use about one teaspoon of Jasmine Green Tea leaves per 8 oz cup."},{"name":"Heat the water","text":"Bring fresh water to 75°C – 85°C (167°F – 185°F). Water that is too hot will scorch the leaves."},{"name":"Steep","text":"Pour the water over the leaves and steep for 1m – 3m. Start at the shorter time and taste as you go."},{"name":"Strain and serve","text":"Remove the leaves as soon as the steep is done so the tea does not turn bitter."}],"faqs":[{"question":"What temperature should water be for jasmine tea?","answer":"167–185°F (75–85°C). Jasmine green tea is a green tea and scalds in boiling water. Without a thermometer, boil the water and let it rest three to five minutes."},{"question":"How long should you steep jasmine tea?","answer":"1 to 3 minutes. Start at 2 minutes and taste. Jasmine pearls need a little longer, around 2–3 minutes, to unfurl."},{"question":"How is jasmine tea made?","answer":"Traditionally, finished green tea is layered with fresh jasmine blossoms overnight, when the flowers open and release their scent. The spent flowers are removed and the process is repeated, sometimes six or seven times for the best teas."},{"question":"Does jasmine tea have caffeine?","answer":"Yes, if it's made with green tea, which most is: usually about 20–45 mg per 8 oz cup. Jasmine-scented herbal blends are caffeine-free."},{"question":"How many times can you steep jasmine pearls?","answer":"Usually three or four times. Add about 30 seconds to each infusion. The pearls keep opening, so the second cup is often as good as the first."},{"question":"Why does my jasmine tea taste bitter?","answer":"Usually water that's too hot or a steep that's too long. Use water around 175°F (80°C), keep it to 1–3 minutes, and take the leaves out when it's done."}],"product_handles":[],"store_available":false}