Home / Tools / Loose-Leaf Tea Starter ChecklistLoose-Leaf Tea Starter ChecklistA few simple tools make a big difference to how tea tastes. Ticks are saved in this browser.Print checklist0 of 16 doneResetBrewing toolsA kettle with temperature controlSee: Best Variable Temperature Kettles →A teapot with a removable infuserSee: Best Teapots With Infuser →A roomy infuser basket for single cupsSee: Best Tea Infusers →A timer and a small scale or scoopSee: Best Tea Timers →Teas to tryA sampler set to find what you likeSee: Best Tea Sampler Sets to Explore New Flavors →A green teaSee: Best Loose Leaf Green Tea for Everyday Brewing →A black teaSee: Best Loose Leaf Black Tea for Bold Daily Cups →An oolongSee: Best Oolong Tea: Light to Dark Styles Compared →A caffeine-free herbalSee: Best Herbal Tea: Caffeine-Free Blends Compared →StorageAirtight, opaque tinsSee: Best Tea Storage Tins →Keep tea away from light, heat, moisture and strong smellsLabel teas with the purchase dateBrewing basicsUse fresh, filtered waterMatch water temperature to the tea typeStart with the seller's recommended grams and time, then adjustRe-steep good leaves two or three times