How to Prepare

Hot Cup of Tea

  • Use a teaspoon of loose leaf yaupon or one yaupon pouch for each 14 oz cup of yaupon.
  • Pour hot water (just short of boiling) over the yaupon.
  • For each steep, here are our suggested boiling times:

First steep: 4-6 minutes

Second steep: 5-8 minutes

Third steep: 7-10 minutes

Fourth steep: 9-12 minutes centered by the time its vibrant green hue turns earthy brown.

Iced Tea

  • Add three yaupon pouches or 1 tablespoon of loose leaf yaupon to a pitcher (If making a concentrated brew for serving immediately, use 6 yaupon pouches or 2 tablespoons of loose leaf yaupon).
  • Add about 3/4 of a gallon of water and steep for 10 minutes.
  • Strain out the leaves and remove the yaupon pouches before placing the pitcher in the fridge.
  • Serve with lemon, mint, or orange.

Cold Brew Tea

  • Place three yaupon pouches or 1 tablespoon of loose leaf yaupon in a pitcher.
  • Add water.
  • Place the pitcher in the fridge overnight.
  • Enjoy your chilled yaupon!