FAQ

Intro
Here you will find concise answers to the questions we are most frequently asked in-store and online.

From brewing time and temperature to caffeine, flavors, and ingredients. Depending on the type of tea, leaf grade, dosage, and water temperature, completely different flavor profiles emerge – and the effect is also perceived differently.

Brief, understandable, and without jargon.

If anything remains unclear: Write to us or stop by.

Tea & Caffeine: Why tea often feels "gentler" than coffee

Tea contains caffeine – but it is often perceived differently in tea. This is mainly due to the interplay with natural tannins. Depending on the variety and brewing time, tea can be stimulating without making you "nervous."

Rule of thumb:
Short infusion = rather fresh & activating
Longer infusion = rounder, stronger, less "sharp"

Brewing Time & Temperature: The quickest lever for better taste

Many teas are not "bought badly," but simply prepared incorrectly. Two adjustment screws make the biggest difference:

Temperature
Green tea and some specialties prefer it cooler – otherwise it quickly becomes bitter. Black tea tolerates hotter water better.

Brewing time
The longer the tea steeps, the more intense the flavor and body. Too long can bring too much bitterness in some varieties.

If you are unsure: Start with a slightly shorter brewing time – you can always steep it longer.

Flavor is not just flavor: What does "natural" mean?

With tea, there are significant differences in how flavors are created and declared. Some blends rely entirely on ingredients like fruits, herbs, and spices. Others are additionally flavored to achieve a specific taste note.

If you want to know how a tea is composed: Check the ingredient list – or ask us. We'll explain it to you without marketing speak.

Which type of tea suits you?

A simple introduction:

  • Black tea: strong, classic, perfect plain or with milk

  • Green tea: fresh, often delicately tart, very elegant depending on the variety

  • Oolong: between green and black – aromatic, exciting, versatile

  • Rooibos: caffeine-free, mellow, ideal even in the evening

  • Herbs & Fruits: from mild to intense depending on the blend

If you like, we can also recommend a variety that suits your taste – simply via Contact.

Want to delve deeper? Then come to our tea world

For us, tea is not a byproduct, but a craft: advice, selection, and preparation go hand in hand.

If you're in Bensheim: Feel free to try teas in the bistro – it's the easiest way to discover new varieties.