As the days warm up, nothing is more refreshing than a good cold brew tea — a smooth infusion, free from bitterness, with subtle aromas. Easy to prepare, it simply requires a bit of time and a few tricks to reveal the full richness of the tea. Here are our tips for a perfect cold brew, whether at home or on a picnic!
- Choosing the Right Tea
All teas can be cold brewed, but some lend themselves particularly well to this method:
- Green teas: fresh and vegetal, perfect for a light drink.
- White teas: subtle and gentle, they offer an incredible delicacy in cold brew.
- Floral or lightly oxidised oolongs: rounded and complex.
- Flavoured or fruity black teas: surprising and indulgent.
- Herbal teas: mint, hibiscus, rooibos… all caffeine-free infusions work wonderfully cold as well.
💡 Tip: organic or high-quality teas are to be preferred, especially when cold brewing, as the water is not heated, extracting flavours more slowly but also any potential residues.
2. Respecting the Right Proportions
A simple rule:
1 tablespoon of tea for 500 ml of cold water (or about 2 g of tea for 250 ml).
You can adjust according to the desired strength. The leaves will need space to unfurl, so opt for a carafe or a large jar.
3. Using Quality Water
Water makes up 99% of your cold brew. Use filtered or spring water to avoid the taste of chlorine. This will make all the difference in the purity of the infusion.
4. Letting it Brew… Slowly
This is the key to cold brew: time replaces heat. Place your carafe in the refrigerator.
Ideal brewing times:
- Green/white teas: 4 to 6 hours
- Oolong/black/herbal teas: 6 to 12 hours
⏳ The longer the brew, the richer it will be. But be careful not to exceed 12 hours to avoid an overly strong or tannic taste.
5. Strain and Enjoy
Once the infusion is complete, strain the leaves using a fine sieve or a reusable tea filter.
Serve well chilled, with or without ice.
👉 Bonus: add a few slices of fresh fruit, a sprig of mint, or a splash of syrup (like our tea-infused syrups) for a homemade twist!
