Why are tea bags used?
Tea bags were developed to make for a quicker, more convenient tea brewing process. However, many true tea lovers find the process of making loose leaf tea a vital part of the tea experience, scooping out the fragrant leaves and having more control of the infusion process, deciding how much tea they want and further having the option of blending various teas. Notwithstanding, the convenience of the tea bag can be achieved with loose leaf through the use of infusers, strainers, and tea balls. To learn more about these items, click here (link to Tea Preparation). The quality of loose leaf tea is far superior to that of tea often found in tea bags.
