Are your teas organic?
Some are, and some are not.
Where organic certification is well established and meaningful — such as in Japan and China — we may select certified organic teas. In other regions, many small tea producers follow careful, low-intervention practices but do not pursue certification.
All teas at The Steepery are selected with close attention to origin, growing conditions, and production methods. We prioritise producers we or our trusted supplier network have visited, orthodox processing, and teas grown in environments where chemical use is naturally limited. Every tea is chosen because we trust our tea farmers and producers.
How much caffeine is in tea?
Caffeine levels in tea vary and cannot be stated precisely.
As a general guide, a cup of tea may contain approximately 10–50 mg of caffeine. Levels are influenced by factors such as leaf variety, age, processing, water temperature, brewing time, and the amount of tea used. For this reason, tea type alone is not a reliable indicator of caffeine content.
Is tea healthy?
Tea has been enjoyed for centuries for both flavour and daily wellbeing. Ongoing research continues to explore the naturally occurring compounds found in tea.
For those interested in learning more, East Forged has compiled a clear overview and links to current research, which you can find here.
What water should I use to brew tea?
Clean-tasting water makes a noticeable difference.
Balanced water, particularly on the softer side, produces the clearest and most consistent results. All teas in the catalogue have been tested using Brisbane tap water and brew well for both aroma and flavour.
Some teas have been intentionally excluded, as they require specific mineral profiles to perform at their best and would reduce accessibility.
Further exploration of tea and water can be found in Tea Notes, available here.
