How to Brew Herbal Tea: Ginseng Goji Berry Tea and Jasmine Dragon Pearls

Brewing tea is a simple way to create a quiet pause in the day.

The right method depends on the type of tea and the product you are using. Zenbotanique Ginseng Goji Berry Tea and Jasmine Dragon Pearls use different water amounts, temperatures, and steeping times.

For the best result, use a clean mug, teapot, or glass teacup and follow the instructions for the specific product.

What Is Herbal Tea?

Herbal tea, also called a tisane or herbal infusion, is made by steeping botanical ingredients such as flowers, leaves, roots, seeds, or berries in hot water.

Traditional herbal infusions are different from green tea because they do not come from the Camellia sinensis tea plant.

Ginseng Goji Berry Tea is a herbal tea blend, while Jasmine Dragon Pearls is a hand-rolled green tea with fresh jasmine blossom.

Learn more about green tea in the Green Tea Herbal Library.

How to Brew Ginseng Goji Berry Tea

Zenbotanique Ginseng Goji Berry Tea is a pre-portioned herbal tea blend made with cultivated ginseng, wolfberry, spine date seed, and jujube.

Each sachet contains 5 g.

Ginseng Goji Berry Tea Brewing Steps

1. Open one 5 g sachet and place it in a ceramic mug or insulated travel tumbler.

2. Pour 100–150 ml of freshly boiled water at 212°F (100°C) into the cup.

3. Keep the sachet in the cup and steep for 3 minutes.

4. If desired, re-steep the same sachet 2–3 times. Add 1 minute to each later brew.

Do not exceed 3 sachets, or 15 g, per day.

The product page also states that daily ginseng intake should not exceed 3 g.

This tea is not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women, children under 14, or anyone allergic to herbal ingredients.

Store the sealed tea in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. The unopened shelf life is 18 months.

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How to Brew Jasmine Dragon Pearls Tea

Jasmine Dragon Pearls is a hand-rolled green tea with fresh jasmine blossom and a soft floral aroma.

The product comes in a 100 g format.

Jasmine Dragon Pearls Brewing Steps

1. Add 1 jasmine pearl to a 500 ml glass teacup or teapot.

2. Use hot water at 80–85°C (175–185°F). Do not use boiling 100°C water.

3. Steep the first infusion for 2–3 minutes.

4. Re-brew the pearls 3–5 times. Steep the second infusion for 2 minutes and 30 seconds, and the third infusion for 3 minutes and 30 seconds. Add 30 seconds to each later cup.

The product page advises against drinking this tea on an empty stomach.

If you are pregnant, sensitive to sleep disruption, or have severe gastric issues, consume small amounts or seek professional advice before drinking.

Store the tea in a cool, dry, sealed place away from strong odors, high temperatures, and sunlight. The unopened shelf life is 18 months.

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Which Tea Should You Choose?

Choose Ginseng Goji Berry Tea when you prefer a convenient, pre-portioned herbal sachet.

Choose Jasmine Dragon Pearls when you enjoy a floral green tea and want to watch hand-rolled pearls open through several infusions.

Herbal Tea Brewing FAQ

1. Is herbal tea the same as green tea?

No. Ginseng Goji Berry Tea is a herbal tea blend, while Jasmine Dragon Pearls is a green tea with jasmine blossom.

2. Can I re-steep the Ginseng Goji Berry Tea sachet?

Yes. The same sachet may be re-steeped 2–3 times. Add 1 minute for each later brew.

3. Can Jasmine Dragon Pearls be brewed more than once?

Yes. The pearls may be re-brewed 3–5 times with gradually longer steeping times.

4. What is the best water temperature for each product?

Use freshly boiled water at 100°C for Ginseng Goji Berry Tea and 80–85°C water for Jasmine Dragon Pearls.