How to Brew Crimson Punch Loose Leaf Tea for a Bold Cup

Quick answer

For a bold cup of Crimson Punch, use 1.5 teaspoons of loose leaf tea per 8 ounces of water at 200°F (93°C) and steep for 5-7 minutes.

How to brew a bold cup of Crimson Punch

1. 1. Measure the tea: Use 1.5 teaspoons of Crimson Punch loose leaf tea for every 8 ounces of water. For a stronger cup, add up to 2 teaspoons, but avoid packing the tea too tightly in the infuser. Common mistake: using a heaping tablespoon can make the tea overly tart. Start with 1.5 teaspoons and adjust next time.
2. 2. Heat the water: Bring fresh, filtered water to 200°F (93°C). If you do not have a temperature-controlled kettle, boil the water and let it sit for 30 seconds before pouring. Checkpoint: water that has sat for more than a minute will be too cool and may produce a weak brew.
3. 3. Steep with a timer: Pour the hot water over the tea leaves in your infuser or teapot. Steep for 5 minutes for a balanced cup, or up to 7 minutes for a bolder flavor. Do not exceed 8 minutes. Common mistake: steeping beyond 8 minutes extracts bitter tannins from the hibiscus, ruining the fruit-forward taste.
4. 4. Remove leaves and serve: Remove the infuser or strain the tea into your cup. Crimson Punch is delicious hot, but you can also pour it over ice for an iced version—just double the tea amount to keep the flavor bold. Empty

What you are brewing

• Crimson Punch: A sugar-free, tangy fruit blend with Blood Orange, Apple, Cranberry, Cherry and Hibiscus flowers. The natural fruit sugars mean you do not need added sweeteners, and the hibiscus gives the tea its signature tartness and deep red color.