How to Brew Maitri Tea. Simple steps to unlock the stillness in every sip—hot or iced, home or commercial.
1. Choose Your Format
Maitri Tea comes in two forms:
Looseleaf 3 oz Pouch: Brews 3 gallons at a time. A great fit for cafés, commercial kitchens—or at home if you like to brew in batches.
Tea Bag Box: Contains 48 individually wrapped bags. Perfect for everyday, single-serve enjoyment.
Whether you're steeping a single quiet cup or preparing for a crowd, Maitri adapts to your ritual.
2. Brewing at Home
🍵 Tea Bags (Single Serve)
Heat the Water: Use a stovetop or electric kettle, or a hot water dispenser. Aim for just under boiling (about 200°F).
Steep Time: 4–5 minutes
Ratio: 1 tea bag per 8–12 oz of water
Method: Pour hot water over the tea bag in your cup or mug. Cover while steeping if possible to retain heat and aroma.
💧 Pro Tip – Choose Your Water Well: Some tap water creates beautifully clear tea. If your brew appears cloudy, try filtered or spring water. It’s rarely the tea—it's the minerals. Let your water match the purity of the leaf.
🧭 Follow Your Taste: There’s no wrong way to brew at home. Steep a little longer for depth, or use an extra bag for more body. Trust your tastebuds.
🧊 Batch Brewed Iced Tea – Tea Bags (1 Gallon)
Bring 1 quart of water to just below a boil
Add 8–10 tea bags to a heatproof container
Steep for 5 minutes, then remove bags
Add 3 quarts cold filtered water
Let cool to room temperature—do not refrigerate immediately
Serve over a glass completely filled with ice
🧊 Iced Tea Pro Tip: Tea is best enjoyed fresh. Refrigeration is okay for up to 24–26 hours, but over time it may lose clarity and spoil. For best flavor, let tea cool, then pour over plenty of fresh ice. Fill the glass to the top.
🍃 Looseleaf (Small Batch Iced or Hot at Home)
For 1 Quart
Use 1.5–2 tablespoons (about 3.5 grams) of looseleaf tea
Steep in hot water (200°F) for 5 minutes
Strain, cool, and enjoy hot—or chill before serving over ice
🫙 Recommended Tool: For clean, easy brewing and straining, try this mason jar with built-in filter — perfect for cold or hot infusions.
🧭 Play with the Ratios: Prefer a bolder taste? Add more leaves. Want it gentler? Steep for a shorter time. Brewing at home means freedom to explore your perfect cup.
3. Brewing at Commercial Scale
Looseleaf 3 oz Pouch (brews 3 gallons)
Heat the Water: Use a commercial tea brewer with preset hot water (about 200°F)
Steep Time: 5 minutes
Ratio: 1 full pouch per 3 gallons
Method: Place looseleaf in the brew basket and brew directly into a clean, sanitized container
💧 Pro Tip – Water Matters: Some tap water will make a brilliant, clear tea. If cloudiness occurs, the issue is likely mineral content. A commercial-grade filtration system may be necessary. Spring water works, but rarely fits commercial budgets.
📦 Storage Tip: Freshness matters. For best results, consume within 6–8 hours. Tea may be refrigerated up to 24 hours, but spoilage can occur beyond that.
4. Serving Suggestions
Serve hot or iced
Naturally smooth and bold on its own
Excellent with lemon, honey, milk, or a splash of fruit juice
For iced tea, always fill your glass fully with ice before pouring for optimal chill and dilution balance
5. Brewing with Intention
Maitri means loving-kindness.
As you brew, breathe. Let the aroma guide you back to center.
Steeping tea isn’t just a task—it’s a ritual. A return. A reminder.