"DPM" writes:

"Jazzy" wrote in message
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have tried playing with the temperature but somehow there' still some
bitterness. i dont know somehow i felt with cooler water i could not
get the nice orchid aroma..

maybe i should try very little leaves, cooler water but longer
infusion time..so far the bitterness has been a little harsh on me!

Keep the first few infusions REALLY short. I use 190-200 F water, but the
first 2 or 3 infusions are in the 15-30 second range. I love these teas,
but they are very sensitive to brew time, in my experience.

I agree. In fact, you might find that you pour off the liquor for
early steeps as soon as the brewing vessel is filled. This may sound
zany, but try it!

/Lew
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