Tea Press: for an incredibly simple way to make outstanding loose tea – try a tea press (a coffee press, but used for tea)!

Unlike tea bags or metal mesh steeping balls, presses allow the tea leaves to dance freely and better release their inner magic. If you favor a strong cup of tea, leave the plunger up so the tea can continue to infuse. If you've reached your desired flavor intensity and would like to stop the steeping process, simply press the plunger to the bottom and pour your cup.

Cold brew: Not in the mood for hot tea? Make it chilly! Try brewing two different ways for two different flavor profiles:

1. Brew a strong pot of tea, refrigerate, serve over ice.
2. In a jar or large carafe (32 oz Mason jars work well), use 3 tablespoons of tea per 2 cups of water – or try our folk method and simply cover the bottom of the jar with a layer of herbs, about 1/2 an inch thick. Add room temperature water, making sure all herbs are fully saturated, and refrigerate overnight. Strain, sip, and enjoy!