Loose Leaf vs Tea Bags
What Is Loose Leaf Tea
Loose leaf tea uses larger tea leaves that expand freely during brewing. This allows better flavor extraction.
What Are Tea Bags
Tea bags usually contain smaller broken pieces of tea called fannings or dust. These brew quickly but can produce simpler flavor.
Key Differences
Flavor
Loose leaf tea generally produces fuller and more complex flavor.
Convenience
Tea bags are quicker and easier to use.
Quality
Loose leaf tea often contains higher quality leaves.
Many tea enthusiasts prefer loose leaf tea for the richer brewing experience.
