Collection: Teaware

FAQs

Why do I need an infuser?

A tea infuser helps you neatly remove the tea leaves from the liquor after brewing, stopping the tea from over extracting. Infusers can be part of a tea pot or separate, such as infuser tongs or an in-cup brewer.

Why is brewing loose leaf better?

Loose leaf tea will always brew the best cup of tea, thanks to the additional space the leaves have to unfurl and give up their full flavour. Loose leaf tea is also better for the environment than tea bags. Due to a rise in low-grade tea bags in supermarkets, tea bags have become synonymous with poor quality. At Good & Proper Tea, however, the quality of the tea in our plastic-free, compostable tea bags is no different from our loose leaf range, making them a great alternative format for when convenience is key.

Can I re-infuse the leaves?

A good quality Oolong, green or white tea, whether loose leaf or in tea bags, can be re-infused multiple times, with the flavour evolving each time. In fact subsequent infusions can sometimes be even better than the first. How many times a tea can be re-infused and the steeping time required to get the best possible flavour each time will vary depending on the tea type. We encourage you to experiment and explore to your taste!

What do I do with the leaves afterwards?

A good quality Oolong, green or white tea can be re-infused multiple times so be sure to get more than just one cup from your leaves wherever possible. They've got plenty more to give! Alternatively, you can discard your used leaves along with your food waste or even mix it into your garden soil for added nutrients.

How much tea do I use in a teapot?

The amount of tea required will depend on which tea you are brewing, as well as how big your cup or teapot is. All Good & Proper Tea teas come with specific brewing instructions, but a rough guide for Black tea is approx 3g tea leaves (or 1 heaped teaspoon) per 180ml (or standard mug) of water. Find out more about making the perfect loose leaf tea here.