What do I need to make loose leaf tea?

Quick Answer

Just three things: loose leaf tea, something to hold it while it brews, and a cup or pot.

A Little More

An infuser basket, tea strainer, or teapot with a built-in filter will all do the job, there's no single 'right' piece of kit, just whatever suits how you drink your tea. A teaspoon for measuring and a timer (or your phone) is everything you actually need to get started.

Teaspoon Tip

Don't feel you need to buy a full teapot straightaway, a simple infuser that fits in your existing mug is a perfectly good place to start.

Fancy Trying It?

- English Breakfast
- Green Tea
- Herbal Tea range

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