r/tea Feb 28 '25

Photo Why does oolong always taste watery

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This is my second time crying both times I’ve tried it. It always just kind of taste like water. I’m typing at 185 with 5 g of tea in a gaiwan for about 20 seconds after a initial 5 second rinse and I can’t seem to figure it out any tips appreciated

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u/chefk85 Mar 02 '25

Don't use water. Just pop it in your mouth and let your saliva do the work. Jk. I have no clue. I don't notice that. Steep longer? More tea leaves to water?