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Jasmine tea is a popular scented tea that's often served in a Chinese restaurants. It is made with fresh jasmine flowers, which give the tea a strong fragrance and a sweet, smooth flavor. While you can purchase pre-made jasmine tea, you can also make it at home. All you need is some loose leaf green or black tea and a bunch of fresh jasmine flowers -- and some patience. It takes at least a day for the jasmine to scent and flavor the tea.

Ingredients

  • ½ cup (16 g) loose leaf green or black tea
  • Handful of fresh jasmine flowers

Method 1

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Combining the Tea and Jasmine

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    Place half of the tea in a jar. To perfume the tea with the scent of jasmine, you’ll need a glass jar with a large opening and a lid. Add ¼ cup (8 g) of loose leaf green or black tea to the bottom of the jar in an even layer.[1]

    • Jasmine tea is usually made with green or black tea, but you can substitute white or oolong if you prefer.

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    Cover the tea with jasmine flowers. To effectively perfume the tea, you should use fresh jasmine flowers. Add about a handful of the flowers, or as many as necessary to create a layer that covers the tea leaves.[2]

    • You can purchase fresh jasmine flowers at many nurseries and florists. However, you may prefer to grow your own so you have a steady supply.

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    Add another layer of tea over the flowers. After you’ve placed the jasmine over the tea, sprinkle another ¼ cup (8 g) of the tea leaves over the flowers. Make sure that the tea is in an even layer by tapping the jar gently against a flat surface.[3]

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    Set a weight on top of the tea to compress it and cover the jar. You want the tea and jasmine to be pressed tightly together so the scent of the flower can fully infuse the tea. Place a small can or other heavy item inside the jar on top of the tea, and place the lid on the jar.[4]

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Perfuming the Tea

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    Let the tea sit for at least a day. In order for the jasmine to really perfume the tea, you must leave them compacted together for at least 24 hours. The longer that you allow them to sit together, the stronger the jasmine scent will be, so you can leave them for up to 3 weeks if you like.[5]

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    Take the weight out of the jar. After you’ve allowed the tea and jasmine to sit for at least a day, remove the lid from the jar and lift out the weight. You can remove the jasmine flowers from the tea leaves if you like or leave the mixture together.[6]

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    Store the tea in a cool, dark location. If you aren’t planning on making a cup of tea right away, place the lid back on the jar. Place it in a spot where it won’t get too hot or receive direct sunlight, such as a pantry.[7]

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Brewing the Tea

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    Bring a kettle of water to a boil. Add 8 to 10 ounces (237 to 296 ml) of water to kettle or pot, and place it on the stove. Heat the water on high until it comes to a boil, which should take approximately 2 to 5 minutes.[8]

    • It’s best to use filtered water for your tea because tap water can affect the taste of the tea.
    • 8 to 10 ounces (237 to 296 ml) of water will make one to two servings of tea, so increase the amount of water if you are making tea for more people.

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    Add some of the jasmine tea to the water. When the water has come to a boil, pour it into a mug or a tea pot. Mix 1 heaping teaspoon (4 to 6 g) of the jasmine tea into the water.[9]

    • You add the tea directly to the water and strain the leaves out later, or use a tea infuser, which is a small, thin, reusable bag that allows the leaves to steep into the water while keeping them separate.
    • If you’re using a teapot, it likely has a compartment to place the leaves, so it’s easier to remove them later.

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    Allow the tea to steep for at least 5 minutes. Once the tea leaves are in the water, it takes some time for them to impart their flavor. Let the leaves sit in the water for 5 to 7 minutes to ensure that your tea is as flavorful as possible.[10]

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    Strain the tea and serve while it’s still hot. When the tea has steeped for several minutes, pour the liquid through a strainer into a tea cup to remove the leaves. Drink the tea while it’s warm.[11]

    • You can leave the tea leaves in your tea if you don’t mind them as you drink.

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    It depends on how strong you like your tea, but usually you would only steep green tea for a couple minutes.

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      • Jasmine tea can be enjoyed on its own or with a meal. It’s especially good with spicy foods.

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      • It’s best to serve jasmine tea without milk or sweetener, so its natural flavor shines through.

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      Things You’ll Need

      • Large jar
      • Weight, such as a can
      • Tea kettle
      • Mug
      • Strainer

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      How to make jasmine tea properly? ›

      For best results, we recommend that you pre-warm your vessel, and place 2.5 grams of leaf per 6 oz of liquid, before infusing with 160-175 degree water for up to 1-3 minutes. As with all green teas, Jasmine Dragon Tears can be infused at least three times.

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      How many times should I steep jasmine tea? ›

      Jasmine scented tea should steep for 2 to 4 minutes depending on desired strength. If you find that your jasmine tea is too bitter, try using fewer leaves or brewing for a shorter amount of time. We recommend steeping for 2 minutes initially and testing the flavor every 30 seconds to suit your taste preferences.

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      What are the ingredients for jasmine tea? ›

      Jasmine tea contains two ingredients - green tea leaves from the Camellia sinensis plant, and jasmine. Whether the jasmine ingredient is buds, blossoms, or just the extracted oils from the flowers, appears to have little impact on the nutritional value of the tea.

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      What are two ways we can use jasmine flower? ›

      In foods, jasmine is used to flavor beverages, frozen dairy desserts, candy, baked goods, gelatins, and puddings. In manufacturing, jasmine is used to add fragrance to creams, lotions, and perfumes. Don't confuse jasmine with plants known as gardenia or gelsemium.

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      Is jasmine tea for morning or night? ›

      While jasmine tea does include a little caffeine depending on your tea base, pouring yourself a cup a few hours before bed can be a good addition to your bedtime routine. The scent of the jasmine blossom encourages a parasympathetic nervous system response which can help the body to relax and the mind to slow down.

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      Can you drink pure jasmine tea? ›

      Jasmine flower tea is a tisane, or herbal tea, that is naturally caffeine free. With our Jasmine blossoms, you can drink it alone, or combine with other teas, making a Jasmine green tea if that is what you like!

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      How was jasmine tea made? ›

      Once plucked, the flowers are then stored in a scenting house, placed in alternating layers with tea leaves until the cool night air can coax the blossoms' intoxicating scent into the air. As the jasmine buds unfurl, their fragrance is released and the tea absorbs the essence of jasmine, creating an exquisite blend.

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      How to make jasmine tea concentrate? ›

      Instructions
      1. Bring water to a boil. Add jasmine green tea and remove from heat. ...
      2. Strain tea into a small saucepan. Add sugar and stir well until it dissolves.
      3. Cover and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer for 3-5 minutes until nice and thick.
      4. Stir and take off heat.
      5. Cool, bottle and refrigerate until needed.

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      What does jasmine tea do to your body? ›

      The all-powerful antioxidants in jasmine tea can help support your immune system by fighting bacteria and infections. As well as this, the tea has anti-inflammatory properties, so it can help reduce pain and prevent general damage to your body.

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      How do you make jasmine flower tea? ›

      Rinse out the inside of a small tea pot with hot water. Bring 24 ounces of fresh water to a boil, and pour over rose petals and jasmine blossoms in a tea pot. Let steep 5-10 minutes, then strain into a pretty china tea cup and enjoy!

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      What fruit goes well with jasmine tea? ›

      Jasmine tea also pairs perfectly with pastries that come with cream or fruits like blueberries, peaches, and raspberries.

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      Is pink jasmine edible? ›

      What Science Says About Pink Jasmine

      Instead, they point to potential health benefits, like mood enhancement and blood pressure management. It's important to note that while Pink Jasmine is safe, it should not be ingested, as it's not a food source.

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      Can I make jasmine tea from jasmine flowers? ›

      While you can purchase pre-made jasmine tea, you can also make it at home. All you need is some loose leaf green or black tea and a bunch of fresh jasmine flowers -- and some patience. It takes at least a day for the jasmine to scent and flavor the tea.

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      Should you use boiling water for jasmine tea? ›

      What is the right jasmine tea temperature? You should use water that is 175 to 180 degrees to brew jasmine green tea and jasmine white tea. Other types of jasmine tea with a black or herbal base should be brewed using boiling water.

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      Can you oversteep jasmine tea? ›

      Can you steep herbal tea too long? Yes, you can. Steeping your herbal tea longer than recommended can only make it bitter.

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      What is the process of jasmine tea? ›

      The tea leaves are then spread out in the tea-making area and the collected jasmine buds are expertly placed on top and left there overnight. As dusk falls, the petals slowly unfurl, releasing their special fragrance which infuses into the leaves beneath.

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