I never realized it as a kid, but drinking tea was a ritual in my family. We drank a variety of teas, each made in its own precise way. Every tea has an optimal steep time and ideal water temperature, ...

A wry, passionate guide to making the perfect cup of tea — loose leaf and tea bags — with global tea stats, etiquette tips ...

While brewing coffee may be some folks’ preferred way to start the day, learning how to steep tea is a great alternative.