The Complete Guide to Cold Brew Tea

Cold brew tea is made by steeping tea leaves in cold or room temperature water for an extended period, typically 4-12 hours. Unlike traditional hot brewing, this slow extraction process produces a distinctly smooth, naturally sweet flavour.

The science is straightforward: cold water extracts flavour compounds more slowly and selectively. It pulls out the pleasant, aromatic notes while leaving behind much of the tannins and catechins that cause bitterness in over-steeped hot tea.