The Joy of Tea Infusion

Discover the Joy in Every Cup

For centuries, tea has been more than a beverage—it has been a ritual to savour and share. Whether you're preparing premium Ceylon tea, delicate white tea, whole leaf black tea, or a botanical herbal blend, the simple ritual of tea infusion transforms every cup into an experience.

This guide is designed to help you discover how to infuse loose leaf tea to bring out its finest aroma, flavour, and character. From choosing the right water temperature to selecting the ideal infusion time, these simple techniques will help you enjoy every tea at its very best.

We invite you to make tea infusion part of your daily ritual. Enjoy not only drinking your tea, but also the quiet pleasure of preparing it. As the water warms, the leaves gently unfurl, and the aromas begin to fill the air, take a moment to slow down, relax, and be present. It is a simple act of self-care—a chance to reconnect with yourself before reconnecting with the world.

Above all, slow down, relax, and enjoy your tea. A thoughtfully prepared cup of tea is one of life's simplest joys. Whether you're enjoying a quiet cup on your own or sharing a pot of tea with family and friends, may every cup bring you a moment of peace, a moment of joy, and a moment worth sharing.

White Tea

Infusion Guide

Tea: 1 teaspoon

Water: 75–85°C

Time: 2–3 minutes

Infusions: 3–4

White tea is the least processed of all teas, preserving the delicate aromatic compounds responsible for its elegant floral notes, gentle sweetness, and silky finish.

Using water between 75–85°C allows these delicate compounds to be gently released without being altered by excessive heat, revealing the tea's remarkable complexity.

One of the pleasures of premium whole-leaf white tea is watching it evolve over multiple infusions. Each infusion reveals new layers of aroma, flavour, and character, making every cup a unique experience.

For the finest experience, we recommend infusing white tea in a traditional teapot, allowing the leaves plenty of room to gracefully unfurl and fully express their character.

Our recommendation is simply to enjoy it plain, appreciating the delicate craftsmanship found in every leaf.

Our White Teas

• Lavish Silver Tips

• Regal Golden Tips

Artisanal Hand-Rolled Black Tea

Infusion Guide

Tea: 1 teaspoon

Water: 85–90°C

Time: 2–3 minutes

Infusions: 2–3

Elegant Black Tea is handcrafted by skilled Sri Lankan tea artisans who carefully hand-roll every leaf. During infusion, the leaves slowly unfurl, gradually releasing their rich aroma and beautifully layered flavour.

Infusing at 85–90°C protects the delicate aromatic compounds created during the traditional hand-rolling process while allowing the leaves to gently open, resulting in an exceptionally smooth and elegant cup.

Like our white teas, Elegant Black Tea rewards multiple infusions. Each cup reveals subtle changes in flavour and aroma, making every infusion a unique experience.

We recommend using a traditional teapot, giving the leaves ample space to unfurl naturally and allowing you to appreciate the full beauty of this handcrafted tea.

Our recommendation is to enjoy this tea plain, allowing its natural character and craftsmanship to shine.

Premium Ceylon Black Tea

Infusion Guide

Tea: 1 teaspoon

Water: 100°C

Time: 3 minutes

Our Ceylon Breakfast Tea and Ceylon Afternoon Tea are traditional orthodox whole-leaf teas grown in Sri Lanka's renowned tea-growing regions.

Freshly boiled water allows the leaves to release their rich body, bright character, and distinctive regional flavours, creating a balanced and satisfying cup.

These infusion recommendations are simply a guide. Tea is wonderfully personal, so feel free to adjust the infusion time to suit your taste. Some tea lovers enjoy a lighter cup, while others prefer a fuller, more robust infusion.

These teas may be infused in either a traditional teapot or a spacious infuser mug, allowing the whole leaves room to fully expand. Both methods create an excellent cup, whether you're enjoying a quiet morning, an afternoon break, or sharing tea with others.

We'd love to hear how you create your perfect cup.

Our Premium Black Teas

• Ceylon Breakfast Tea

• Ceylon Afternoon Tea

Green Tea Blends

Infusion Guide

Tea: 1 teaspoon

Water: 100°C

Time: 4–6 minutes

Although these blends contain green tea, they have been carefully formulated to be infused with freshly boiled water.

The herbs, spices, flowers, and botanicals in each blend require higher temperatures to fully release their flavour, aroma, and naturally occurring plant compounds. The proportion of green tea is carefully balanced, so the blends remain smooth without developing the bitterness often associated with infusing pure green tea at higher temperatures.

For everyday enjoyment, we recommend using a generously sized infuser mug, giving the ingredients plenty of room to infuse freely.

When sharing tea with family or friends, there is something wonderfully special about preparing these blends in a traditional teapot, bringing people together around a pot of freshly infused tea.

These infusion guides are simply a starting point. Feel free to explore and discover the infusion that creates your perfect cup.

Our Green Tea Blends

• Ginger Turmeric Green Tea

• Immune Tea

• Sugar Crush

• Forever Young Detox

• Tea Amore

Caffeine-Free Herbal Blends

Infusion Guide

Tea: 1 teaspoon

Water: 100°C

Time: 4–6 minutes

Our herbal blends are crafted from carefully selected flowers, herbs, and spices that reveal their fullest flavour, beautiful natural colour, and inviting aroma when infused with freshly boiled water.

For everyday enjoyment, an infuser mug offers both convenience and excellent flavour. When entertaining or sharing tea with loved ones, preparing a full teapot creates a warm and memorable experience that invites conversation and connection.

Like all of our infusion guides, these are recommendations. Adjust the strength and infusion time until you discover the cup that brings you the most enjoyment.

Our Caffeine-Free Blends

• Mint Hibiscus Bliss

• Blue Hawaii

• TranquiliTea

Refreshing Iced Mint Hibiscus Bliss

Looking for a naturally refreshing iced tea?

• Add 2 teaspoons of Mint Hibiscus Bliss to 1 cup (250 mL) of freshly boiled water.
• Infuse for 4–6 minutes.
• Pour immediately over 1 cup of ice.

The concentrated infusion is rapidly chilled, creating a vibrant, refreshing iced tea with beautiful colour and flavour—perfect for warm summer days.

Black Tea Blends

Infusion Guide

Tea: 1 teaspoon

Water: 100°C

Time: 4–6 minutes

Our black tea blends combine premium Ceylon black tea with carefully selected herbs, flowers, and spices that fully develop when infused with freshly boiled water.

An infuser mug is perfect for everyday enjoyment, while a traditional teapot makes sharing these comforting blends with family and friends part of the experience.

These recommendations are simply a guide. Experiment with infusion times and discover the cup that brings you the greatest enjoyment.

Enjoy a Café-Style Experience

Yummy Tummy Chai makes a wonderfully comforting chai latte.

Brew 2 teaspoons in ½ cup of freshly boiled water for 5–6 minutes, then top with ½ cup of steamed milk. Finish with a light sprinkle of cinnamon for an indulgent café-style treat.

England's Rose creates an elegant floral tea latte inspired by the classic London Fog.

Brew 2 teaspoons in ½ cup of freshly boiled water for 4–5 minutes, then add ½ cup of steamed milk. The fragrant rose petals and smooth Ceylon black tea create a beautifully comforting and sophisticated tea experience.

May Every Cup Bring You Joy

Thank you for inviting Ceylon Select to be part of your tea journey.

We hope these infusion guides inspire you to discover your perfect cup and to enjoy the simple ritual of tea—whether in a quiet moment of reflection or shared with those you cherish.

May every cup bring you a moment of peace, a moment of joy, and a moment worth sharing.

Happy infusing!